Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for 16 weeks and focuses on developing your reading skills in English at Entry Level 2. You'll work through an entry level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) qualification, building your ability to read and understand everyday texts. The course is open to learners aged 16 to 18 years old.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, simple texts on familiar topics.
You'll identify the main points in everyday written materials.
You'll recognise common words and phrases in context.
You'll follow simple written instructions and notices.
You'll understand the purpose of basic written texts such as forms, signs, and messages.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Hackney Campus. Assessment is set by the English Speaking Board and includes reading tasks that test your ability to understand written texts at Entry Level 2. Your tutor will guide you through practice activities in class to prepare you for the assessment.
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
Customer service assistant: reading product info, emails, and instructions
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock notices
Retail assistant: reading labels, signs, and store communications
Care assistant: understanding written care notes and basic forms
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written cleaning schedules
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up in reading skills, covering longer and more complex texts.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry Level 2: develop your written English alongside your reading.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): build your spoken English at the same level.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and communication.
