Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, part-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, and the course may be free for some learners. You'll develop your English reading skills over 16 weeks, working through texts and tasks designed to build your understanding of everyday written English. This is an english for speakers of other languages qualification, and it counts toward recognised ESOL Skills for Life: Reading classes at Level 1.
Who this course is for
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L1 Award in ESOL Reading (Ascentis). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2REA-L1AW-D-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)
Entry requirements
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L1 Award in ESOL Reading (Ascentis). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2REA-L1AW-D-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in...
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts such as letters, notices, and short articles.
You'll identify the main points and details in written English.
You'll work out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context.
You'll follow written instructions and information in real-life situations.
You'll recognise how texts are organised and how language is used for different purposes.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, with a teacher guiding each session. Learning is part-time during the day, spread over 16 weeks. You'll be assessed through reading tasks and activities that reflect everyday English situations. Assessment is based on your performance in these tasks rather than a formal written exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth College Brixton Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Receptionist, using written English to handle enquiries and correspondence
Retail assistant, reading product information, labels, and instructions
Care assistant, reading care plans and written guidance
Warehouse operative, following written safety and stock instructions
Classroom or nursery support assistant, reading resources and notices
Office administrator, handling written communications and documents
What you could study next
After this course, you could move on to:
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Listening and Speaking) to build a fuller set of English skills at the same level.
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) to reach the next level, which many employers and colleges recognise as equivalent to GCSE English.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2, if you want a qualification that employers often accept alongside GCSE English.
