Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks. You'll develop your written English skills, covering sentence structure, spelling, punctuation, and everyday writing tasks. It suits anyone who uses English as a second or additional language and wants to improve their written communication for work, study, or daily life. These entry level ESOL skills for life writing classes are assessed by the English Speaking Board.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll write simple sentences using correct punctuation.
You'll spell everyday words accurately.
You'll use basic grammar to communicate in writing.
You'll write short texts for familiar, everyday purposes.
You'll organise your writing clearly so it makes sense to the reader.
You'll understand how to adapt your writing for different simple situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Hackney Campus. Assessment is through written tasks that reflect real everyday writing situations. Your work is assessed against the English Speaking Board's Entry 2 standards. There is no formal written exam; you demonstrate your skills through the tasks completed during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: writing notes, labels, and simple messages at work.
Care assistant: completing basic written records and forms.
Warehouse operative: reading and writing simple workplace instructions.
Cleaner or catering assistant: following and writing basic written instructions.
School support worker: supporting written communication in a school setting.
What you could study next
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry 3: the next step up in written English, building on Entry 2 skills.
ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Entry 2: develop your reading skills alongside your writing.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and speaking, recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.
