Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 23 weeks. It covers reading skills in English for speakers of other languages, helping you understand everyday written texts, signs, and documents. You'll work at a manageable pace, which suits those fitting study around other commitments. An initial assessment will confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short everyday texts in English.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
You'll follow simple written instructions and signs.
You'll identify key information in basic written materials such as forms and notices.
You'll build your understanding of how written English is structured.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at New City College Hackney Campus. Teaching is delivered face to face in small group sessions. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect real-life reading situations. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand everyday written English at Entry Level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading written instructions and correspondence
Warehouse operative: following written safety notices and labels
Care assistant: reading basic care plans and notices
Retail assistant: understanding product labels and written guidance
Cleaner or caretaker: following written schedules and instructions
What you could study next
ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3: move up to the next reading level as your English improves.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across other areas.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or 3: a wider English qualification that covers reading, writing, and communication, recognised by employers and colleges.
