Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Newport. Evening classes run at Isle of Wight College, so you can study outside your daytime commitments. This entry level ESOL skills for life: reading course is for adults whose first language is not English and who have little or no English reading ability. You'll work on understanding written English in everyday situations. The course runs for 12 weeks. Before you start, you'll complete a placement test so the college can confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
These two courses are for part-time learners whose native language is not English, who live or plan to live in the UK and who have little or no knowledge of English. It is ideal for people who want to practice their English in an informal environment and meet people of other nationalities.
Entry requirements
There is no entry requirement for studying the English programme but you will be asked to complete an English Placement Test (EPT) and BKSB test which will assess your level of English and determine your course.
What you will learn
You'll recognise and read common everyday words and phrases in English.
You'll understand simple written signs, notices, and labels.
You'll read short sentences and follow basic written instructions.
You'll identify key information in simple texts.
You'll build familiarity with the English alphabet and letter sounds in written form.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Isle of Wight College alongside other adults learning English. Classes are delivered in a relaxed, informal setting. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect real reading situations, in line with the City and Guilds Entry Level 1 Award. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Isle of Wight College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Completing this course supports your English for speakers of other languages journey toward everyday work and life in the UK.
Retail assistant: reading labels, signs, and basic written instructions.
Warehouse operative: following written safety notices and instructions.
Cleaner or domestic operative: reading product labels and workplace notices.
Café or kitchen assistant: understanding written orders and food labels.
Care assistant: reading simple written notes and instructions in a care setting.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up, covering more complex everyday texts.
Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
Entry Level 2 or Level 1 Functional Skills English: once your reading develops, Functional Skills English combines reading, writing, and speaking into a single qualification recognised by UK employers.
