Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Lowestoft. Classes run at Lowestoft Campus in the evenings, so you can study outside of daytime commitments. This is an entry level esol skills for life reading course focused entirely on developing your English reading skills. You'll work through 65 hours of classroom-based learning, building your ability to read and understand everyday written English. Ascentis sets the assessment for this course. Entry requirements are available on request, and the centre will assess your level before you start.
Who this course is for
ESOL - Entry Level 2 - Reading E&T (GLS00AAAL2 25/26LA) is based in the ESOL department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen ASCENTIS as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, simple texts on familiar topics.
You'll identify the main point in everyday written materials such as notices, signs, and forms.
You'll follow written instructions in common everyday situations.
You'll recognise and understand vocabulary used in familiar contexts.
You'll use reading strategies to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Lowestoft Campus during evening sessions. Assessment is set by Ascentis and is based on reading tasks that reflect everyday English texts. You'll be assessed through a formal reading test. Your tutor will work through practice materials with you in class to prepare you for the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lowestoft Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading product info, emails, and instructions
Warehouse operative: reading labels, safety signs, and pick lists
Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance
Retail assistant: reading stock information and workplace notices
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading COSHH labels and rotas
School support worker: reading classroom resources and communications
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up in reading, covering more complex texts.
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Combined): covers reading, writing, and speaking together at the next level.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: moves toward the GCSE-equivalent pathway once your reading is stronger.
