Entry Level ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Hackney – New City College Hackney Campus – Part-time

Cost£175.50
Duration15 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyESB (English Speaking Board) awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 19 weeks and focuses on spoken English, helping you understand and take part in everyday conversations with more confidence. You'll develop the skills to listen carefully, respond clearly, and communicate in a range of real situations. This entry level ESOL Skills for Life (speaking and listening) qualification is assessed by the English Speaking Board.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your ability to listen and respond in everyday conversations.
  • You'll practise speaking clearly in a range of situations.
  • You'll learn to follow spoken instructions and information.
  • You'll build skills to take part in discussions and exchanges.
  • You'll understand how to adapt what you say to suit different situations.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and part-time during the day. You'll be assessed through spoken activities, including one-to-one and group tasks. Assessment focuses on your ability to listen, respond, and communicate clearly in everyday situations. The English Speaking Board sets the assessment criteria for this qualification.

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 - speaking clearly with customers every day
  • Receptionist - greeting visitors and handling enquiries
  • Care assistant - communicating with clients and colleagues
  • Retail assistant - helping customers and working in a team
  • Classroom or nursery support assistant - following instructions and talking with children

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up from Entry Level 3, building on the spoken English skills you've developed.
  • Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing) - broaden your English skills across all four areas.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 - covers reading, writing, speaking and listening together, and can lead toward the Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications that many employers ask for.

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