Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Winsford. Classes run at Vale House Resource Centre. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course focuses on spoken English, helping you understand others and make yourself understood in everyday situations. It runs over 14 weeks with flexible daytime attendance. This is an english for speakers of other languages qualification, and the entry level ESOL skills for life: speaking and listening classes are free for eligible adults.
Who this course is for
Learners wishing to improve their English
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly in simple everyday conversations.
You'll develop skills to listen and understand basic spoken English.
You'll learn to follow simple instructions and respond appropriately.
You'll build confidence asking and answering straightforward questions.
You'll practise using common words and phrases in familiar situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom activities at Vale House Resource Centre, including speaking and listening exercises with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is practical and based on your spoken English. You'll be assessed on your ability to speak and listen in everyday situations, not through written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Vale House Resource Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer-facing roles: basic spoken English is often required.
Cleaning or domestic work: follow instructions and communicate with supervisors.
Care assistant: speak with clients and colleagues day to day.
Warehouse or factory operative: understand safety instructions and team communication.
Catering assistant: take simple orders and work as part of a team.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, covering more complex spoken English in a wider range of situations.
Entry Level 1 or 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): adds reading and writing skills alongside your spoken English.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or 3: moves toward the qualification that employers recognise as a GCSE English equivalent.
