Entry Level 3 ESOL Reading Course in Lambeth – Lambeth College Brixton Centre

CostFREE
Duration16 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, part-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though the course may be free for some learners. This 12-week course is designed for adults learning English as a second or other language, focusing on reading skills at Entry Level 3. You'll work through texts, build understanding, and practise the reading skills needed for everyday life and work. It's a manageable pace that fits around other commitments.

Who this course is for

Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E3 Award in ESOL Reading (Ascentis). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2REA-E3AW-D-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)

Entry requirements

Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E3 Award in ESOL Reading (Ascentis). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2REA-E3AW-D-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in...

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts such as signs, notices, and short documents.
  • You'll identify the main points and details in written material.
  • You'll understand the purpose and audience of different types of text.
  • You'll use context to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
  • You'll follow written instructions and information accurately.
  • You'll build the reading skills needed for work, study, and daily life in the UK.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lambeth College Brixton Centre. Teaching covers reading tasks using real texts and practical activities. Assessment is through a set task or tasks that test your reading skills at Entry Level 3. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you. The centre will use the results to plan your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth College Brixton Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: reading emails, notices, and instructions at work.
  • Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions.
  • Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance.
  • Retail assistant: reading product information and workplace documents.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: following written health and safety instructions.
  • School support worker: reading classroom materials and communications.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up, covering more complex texts and reading tasks.
  • Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Listening and Speaking): broaden your English skills across other areas.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: a qualification that covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening together, recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.

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