Entry Level 2 ESOL Reading Course in Skelmersdale – West Lancashire College

Cost£180.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Skelmersdale. Classes run at West Lancashire College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 35 weeks. It covers reading skills in English for speakers of other languages, building your ability to understand written texts in everyday and work situations. Part-time daytime study means you can fit learning around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject, for further details please check College website

Entry requirements

Please Visit College website: www.westlancs.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics
  • You'll identify the main points in simple written English
  • You'll recognise common words and phrases used in everyday life
  • You'll understand written instructions and signs
  • You'll read texts relevant to work and daily situations in the UK

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at West Lancashire College. Teaching focuses on reading tasks using everyday written materials. Assessment is through tasks and activities that test your reading skills at Entry Level 2. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. West Lancashire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: reading product and service information clearly
  • Warehouse operative: understanding written instructions and safety signs
  • Care assistant: reading care notes and workplace documents
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, stock lists, and written communications
  • Catering assistant: following written recipes and hygiene instructions

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up in reading skills, covering more complex texts.
  • ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry Level 2: develop your written English alongside your reading.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or 3: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and speaking, recognised by employers across the UK.

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