Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Croydon. Classes run at John Ruskin College, full-time during the day over 34 weeks. This is an english for speakers of other languages course covering speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You'll develop everyday English skills and learn about the world of work. The course also covers Functional Skills Maths. No formal qualifications are needed to start. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking and listening in everyday English situations.
You'll develop your reading and writing skills in English.
You'll build employability skills and learn about the world of work in the UK.
You'll study Functional Skills Maths alongside your English.
You'll take part in educational and cultural visits to support your learning.
You'll develop the skills needed to participate in everyday life in the UK.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at John Ruskin College, with full-time daytime sessions across 34 weeks. Teaching covers speaking, listening, reading, and writing through an engaging curriculum. Assessment is based on your speaking and listening skills, as required by the Entry Level 3 Award. Your teachers will work with you to make sure you're studying at the right level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. John Ruskin College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicate clearly with customers every day.
Retail assistant: serve customers and handle queries in English.
Receptionist: greet visitors and answer calls confidently.
Care assistant: talk with clients, families, and colleagues.
Warehouse operative: follow instructions and communicate with your team.
Classroom teaching assistant: support teachers and pupils in English.
What you could study next
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex spoken English.
Functional Skills English Level 1: develops reading, writing, and communication skills recognised by employers.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised equivalent of a GCSE in English, widely asked for by employers and colleges.
Entry Level 3 or Level 1 ESOL Reading and Writing: builds on your speaking and listening to cover all four skills.
