Free ESOL Skills for Life: Writing course in Pontefract. Classes run at St Marys Community Centre, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around your other commitments. This Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing qualification helps you develop your written English as an english for speakers of other languages learner. You'll practise everyday writing skills that support work, study, and daily life in the UK. The course runs for 13 weeks. A great way to work toward a recognised esol skills for life writing certificate.
Who this course is for
This course will cover speaking, listening, reading and writing at your level. It will give you skills for everyday life.
Entry requirements
Please contact us on 01924 303302 for more information.
What you will learn
You'll write simple sentences and short texts in English.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar at Level 1.
You'll write for everyday purposes, such as notes, messages, and forms.
You'll organise your writing clearly so it makes sense to the reader.
You'll build vocabulary to express yourself more accurately in writing.
You'll understand how to adapt your writing for different situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at St Marys Community Centre, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is hands-on: you'll practise writing tasks in class and receive feedback on your work. Assessment is through written tasks and coursework that demonstrate your skills at Level 1. There is no formal written exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Marys Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Receptionist: written English is essential for emails and messages.
Retail assistant: writing skills help with stock records and customer notes.
Care assistant: clear written records are a core part of the role.
Classroom or school support assistant: writing supports daily admin tasks.
Warehouse operative: written communication used for logs and reports.
Cleaner or facilities operative: writing used for reporting and checklists.
What you could study next
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): develop your reading skills alongside writing.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): round out your English skills for work and daily life.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the next step up, moving toward a higher level of written English.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: the qualification employers and colleges recognise as equivalent to GCSE English.
