Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Reading Course in Weybridge – Brooklands Technical College – Weybridge Campus

CostFREE
Duration14 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Weybridge. Classes run at Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus. Daytime sessions run part-time over 14 weeks, giving you time to balance study with other commitments. The course builds your English reading skills as a speaker of another language. You'll work through texts, practise understanding written English, and develop the reading skills you need for everyday life and work. This is a free ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course for adults and school leavers.

Who this course is for

Funding is available for school leavers and adults

Entry requirements

Please refer to Website

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, simple texts in English.
  • You'll identify key information from everyday written materials such as signs, notices, and forms.
  • You'll follow the meaning of straightforward sentences and paragraphs.
  • You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
  • You'll understand the purpose of different types of written texts.
  • You'll build your ability to read English in practical, real-world contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus, with a teacher supporting you throughout. Assessment is through reading tasks that test your understanding of written English texts. These tasks are set and marked as part of the Ascentis Entry Level 2 Award. Your progress will be tracked as you work through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: reading English is essential for this role
  • Warehouse operative: follow written instructions and safety notices
  • Care assistant: read care plans and written guidance
  • Retail assistant: read product labels, signs, and written communications
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: follow written health and safety instructions
  • School support worker: read classroom materials and written tasks

What you could study next

Once you complete this course, you can move up to the next level of ESOL reading.

  • Entry Level 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up, covering more complex texts and a wider range of reading tasks.
  • Entry Level 2 or 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: combines reading, writing, and speaking in one qualification, useful for work and further study.

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