Free ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Southampton. Classes run at Itchen College. Daytime sessions are part-time, running over one year, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course builds your ability to read English texts, from everyday signs and forms to longer written material. You'll work through reading skills at Level 1, helping you understand written English more confidently in daily life and work. This is a free esol skills for life: reading course for adults aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
19+
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday English texts, such as letters, forms, and notices.
You'll identify the main points and details in written passages.
You'll work out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context.
You'll follow written instructions and directions.
You'll recognise how texts are organised and what they are trying to communicate.
You'll read different types of writing, including factual and descriptive texts.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Itchen College, working with a teacher and other students. Reading activities are based on real written texts. Assessment is through tasks and exercises that test your reading skills directly. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand written English at Level 1.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Itchen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: reading product labels, signs, and instructions
Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions
Receptionist: reading messages, emails, and visitor information
Cleaner or caretaker: following written schedules and instructions
Kitchen assistant: reading menus, labels, and food safety notices
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up, recognised when employers ask for GCSE-equivalent English reading skills.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Level 1: builds your written English alongside your reading.
Functional Skills English Level 1: combines reading, writing, and speaking and listening in one qualification.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the GCSE English equivalent, widely asked for by employers and colleges.
