Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Chester. Daytime classes run at The Unity Centre. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course focuses on English reading skills for speakers of other languages. It runs over 14 weeks. This is a recognised entry level esol skills for life: reading qualification, and a solid step toward Level 1 ESOL study.
Who this course is for
Learners wishing to improve their English
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
You'll identify the main points in everyday written English.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
You'll use context to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
You'll read signs, notices, and simple documents with confidence.
You'll understand how texts are organised and what they are for.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom-based at The Unity Centre. You'll learn through reading activities, group work, and guided practice with your tutor. Assessment is through tasks that reflect real reading situations, completed during the course. There are no written exams. Your tutor will track your progress and support you throughout the 14 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Unity Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading product info, emails, and notices
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety signs
Care assistant: reading care plans and daily notes
Retail assistant: reading stock lists and workplace communications
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading rotas, instructions, and COSHH labels
School support worker: reading classroom materials and school communications
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up, covering more complex texts and a wider range of reading tasks.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills alongside reading.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: combines reading, writing, and speaking in one qualification, useful for work and further study.
