Entry Level 1 ESOL Writing Course in Lambeth – Lambeth College Brixton Centre

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, part-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, and the course may be free for some learners. The course runs for 18 weeks and is designed for adults who speak English as a second or other language and want to improve their written English. You'll develop practical writing skills, from forming sentences to organising ideas clearly on the page. This is an esol skills for life: writing qualification awarded by Ascentis.

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 Writing (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 D2WRI-L1AW-D-A1/1. 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 Writing (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 D2WRI-L1AW-D-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in...

What you will learn

  • You'll write sentences using correct grammar and punctuation.
  • You'll organise your writing into clear, logical paragraphs.
  • You'll use vocabulary appropriate to everyday topics and situations.
  • You'll write for practical purposes, such as messages, notes, and short texts.
  • You'll check and correct your own writing for errors.
  • You'll develop confidence in expressing ideas in written English.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lambeth College Brixton Centre. Teaching includes guided writing tasks, group activities, and individual practice. You'll be assessed through written tasks that show what you can do. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course, with tasks set at Level 1.

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

  • Clerical assistant, using written English in an office setting
  • Retail assistant, writing emails and completing forms at work
  • Care assistant, recording notes and communicating in writing
  • Warehouse operative, completing written records and logs
  • Customer service advisor, handling written queries and correspondence
  • School support worker, supporting written communication in a school

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) - build your reading skills alongside your writing.
  • Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - develop spoken English to complement your written skills.
  • Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life - the next step up, taking your English to a higher level recognised by many employers.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 - a qualification recognised as equivalent to GCSE English, useful for further study or employment.

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