Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Lambeth. Evening classes run at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, part-time over 18 weeks. Fees depend on your circumstances and may not apply to all learners. This esol skills for life reading course helps you develop your English reading skills if English is not your first language. You'll work through texts, build your understanding of written English, and practise the skills employers and colleges expect 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-E-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-E-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in...
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of everyday texts in English.
You'll identify the main points and details in written material.
You'll understand how words and sentences are used in different contexts.
You'll recognise vocabulary used in work, study, and daily life.
You'll follow written instructions and information accurately.
You'll build your ability to read at the pace expected at Level 1.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at Lambeth College Brixton Centre. You'll learn through guided reading activities, group work, and tasks set by your tutor. Assessment is through a formal reading test set by Ascentis. You'll have an initial assessment before the course starts to confirm Level 1 is the right level for you.
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
Customer service assistant: reading written instructions and correspondence daily.
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock procedures.
Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance.
Retail assistant: understanding product information and written notices.
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written health and safety instructions.
Office or admin support: reading emails, forms, and documents.
What you could study next
Once you complete this Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Certificate, you could move on to:
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) - the next step up, recognised by many employers as equivalent to GCSE English reading skills.
Level 1 or Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Speaking and Listening) - to build a fuller set of English skills.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 - if you want a broader English qualification that covers reading, writing, and speaking.
