Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time during the day. You'll take an English language assessment before you start, so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you. The course runs for 13 weeks. You'll develop reading skills for everyday life and work, including skimming and scanning texts, understanding different text types, and reading for meaning. These are the kinds of english for speakers of other languages skills that employers look for.
Who this course is for
Do you want to improve your reading skills and gain a recognised qualification? This 3-month course will help you build confidence in reading, develop skimming and scanning skills, and understand different types of texts. You'll learn in a supportive, adult-only environment from experienced English language teachers. Improving your English can open doors to new opportunities and help you get a job. This course is perfect for anyone looking to boost their reading skills and achieve an ESOL qualification.
Entry requirements
We offer ESOL courses from Pre-Entry to Level 2. To ensure you're on the right course, you'll need to take an English language assessment before you start. We'll help you find the perfect level for you.
What you will learn
You'll develop skimming and scanning skills to find information quickly in texts.
You'll practise reading and understanding different types of texts, including everyday documents.
You'll build your ability to identify the main points and details in a piece of writing.
You'll learn to read texts used in work and daily life in the UK.
You'll improve your understanding of vocabulary in context.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Parkshot with other adult learners. Teaching is delivered by experienced English language teachers. Assessment is through a reading examination set by Ascentis. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand a range of texts at Entry Level 3.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading product info, emails, and instructions
Warehouse operative: reading labels, safety signs, and delivery notes
Care assistant: reading care plans and daily records
Retail assistant: reading stock sheets and workplace notices
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading health and safety guidance
School support worker: reading classroom materials and communications
What you could study next
Once you complete this course, you can move on to higher ESOL reading qualifications at Parkshot or elsewhere.
ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Level 1: the next step up in reading skills for work and study.
ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Level 2: brings your reading to a standard recognised by most UK employers.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: combines reading, writing, and speaking skills in one qualification.
