Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Ashford. Classes run at Brooklands College. Part-time daytime sessions over 14 weeks make it manageable alongside other commitments. The course builds your ability to read and understand English texts, from everyday signs and notices to short written passages. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. Funding is available for school leavers and adults.
Who this course is for
Funding is available for school leavers and adults
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, familiar written texts in English.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in everyday situations.
You'll follow simple written instructions and notices.
You'll identify key information in basic written materials.
You'll build your understanding of how written English is structured at entry level.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, with part-time daytime attendance over 14 weeks. You'll be assessed through tasks and activities that reflect everyday reading situations. Assessment is based on your ability to read and respond to written texts at Entry Level 1.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooklands College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading product info, notices, and instructions
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions
Care assistant: reading basic care notes and workplace signs
Retail assistant: understanding labels, signs, and written guidance
Cleaning operative: following written health and safety instructions
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up in reading skills.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry Level 1: develop written English alongside reading.
ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Entry Level 1: build spoken English skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 1: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and communication.
