Free ESOL Skills for Life: Writing course in Camborne. Evening classes run at Cornwall Adult Education Service, so you can study around work or other commitments. The course runs for 30 weeks part-time and focuses on developing your written English in a supportive adult environment. You'll work toward a level 1 ESOL skills for life: writing qualification, building the written English skills that employers and further study often require. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This English for Speakers of Other Languages course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment
What you will learn
You'll write sentences and short texts clearly in English.
You'll use correct spelling for common and familiar words.
You'll apply basic punctuation, including capital letters and full stops.
You'll organise your writing so it makes sense to the reader.
You'll write for different purposes, such as messages, notes, and simple forms.
You'll use grammar correctly in written sentences.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom with a tutor and other adult learners. Classes are in the evening at Cornwall Adult Education Service. You'll practise writing tasks during sessions and receive feedback on your work. Assessment is through written tasks that show what you can do. There is no formal written exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall Adult Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: written communication used daily in this role.
Warehouse operative: writing used for records, labels, and forms.
Care assistant: written notes and records are part of the job.
Retail assistant: writing needed for stock, orders, and customer queries.
Cleaner or catering assistant: basic written English supports workplace tasks.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the next step up, bringing your written English to a level recognised as equivalent to GCSE English.
ESOL Skills for Life Reading or Speaking and Listening (Level 1): round out your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and communication.
