Free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening classes in Newham. Classes run at Newham College London East Ham Campus, with part-time daytime sessions spread over 36 weeks. This course builds your ability to speak and understand English in everyday situations. It covers listening, responding, and communicating clearly in spoken English. You'll have an assessment at interview to find the right level for you. The course runs from complete beginner upward, so you start where you are. A free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course for adults who want to grow their spoken English at a manageable pace.
Who this course is for
If English is not your first language and you would like to build your confidence in speaking and understanding spoken English, this course is for you. It's aimed at anyone over the age of 19 years and has various levels, from complete beginner to more advanced, so you can learn at a level that is suitable for you.
Entry requirements
You'll be assessed at interview to find out which level would be right for you to start at.
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday conversations and familiar situations.
You'll develop your ability to listen and understand spoken English.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in English.
You'll build skills for communicating in practical settings such as work, appointments, and daily life.
You'll gain confidence responding to instructions and information given verbally.
You'll learn to follow the main points of discussions and short talks.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run during the day, part-time. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and guided practice with a teacher. Assessment focuses on your spoken English skills, including your ability to hold conversations, respond to questions, and understand what you hear. Your progress is assessed through observed tasks and activities rather than written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newham College London East Ham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers and handle queries in English.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
Retail assistant: serve customers and follow spoken instructions.
Receptionist: greet visitors and handle calls in English.
Warehouse operative: follow verbal instructions and work in a team.
Classroom or nursery support assistant: communicate with staff, children, and parents.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): broaden your English skills beyond speaking and listening.
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life: move toward the level employers and colleges recognise as equivalent to GCSE English.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a step toward the qualification many employers ask for when they say 'GCSE English or equivalent'.
