Entry Level ESOL Reading Course in Hackney – New City College Hackney Campus – Part-time

Cost£378.00
Duration15 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyESB (English Speaking Board) awarding body

About this course

Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 15 weeks and focuses on developing your English reading skills at Entry Level 3. You'll work through texts and reading tasks designed for everyday life and work situations. This entry level ESOL skills for life course suits anyone aged 19 or over who wants to strengthen their reading in English.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
  • You'll identify the main points in everyday written materials.
  • You'll follow written instructions and notices.
  • You'll understand the meaning of common words and phrases in context.
  • You'll read texts such as forms, signs, and simple articles.
  • You'll build your confidence reading English in everyday situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New City College Hackney Campus. Teaching covers reading texts, guided practice, and group activities. Assessment is through a reading task or tasks set by the English Speaking Board. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand written English at Entry Level 3.

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
  • Care assistant: reading care plans and daily notes
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, stock sheets, and notices
  • Warehouse operative: reading safety signs and delivery documents
  • School support worker: reading classroom materials and communications
  • Receptionist: reading messages, forms, and appointment records

What you could study next

  • Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex texts and reading tasks.
  • Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening): round out your English skills alongside reading.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: a broader English qualification recognised by employers and colleges, covering reading, writing, and communication.

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