Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading in York. Classes run at York College, with part-time daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. This course focuses on English reading skills for speakers of other languages. You'll work on understanding written texts in everyday contexts. The course typically takes 1 week. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
Entry requirements
Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
You'll identify the main points in everyday written material.
You'll use context to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
You'll read texts such as signs, notices, forms, and simple documents.
You'll show understanding of how texts are organised and structured.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and part-time, running during the day at York College. You'll be assessed through reading tasks and activities that reflect everyday situations. Assessment is carried out as part of the course, so there is no separate formal exam to prepare for independently.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. York College 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 safety notices and delivery documents
Care assistant - reading care plans and written guidance
Retail assistant - reading labels, stock sheets, and store communications
Cleaner or facilities operative - reading schedules and COSHH notices
School support worker - reading classroom materials and communications
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) - develop written English alongside your reading skills.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - build your spoken English at the same level.
ESOL Skills for Life Level 1 (Reading) - the next step up once you complete Entry Level 3.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 - a related qualification that covers reading, writing, and speaking together.
