Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at The Auckland Project, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. This entry level ESOL skills for life speaking and listening qualification focuses on spoken English: understanding others and making yourself understood in everyday situations. Whether you're looking to communicate more confidently at work, with your children's school, or in your community, the course builds practical spoken English skills over 36 weeks. It's an entry level ESOL skills for life speaking and listening classes format, taught in a classroom with other learners.
Who this course is for
Anyone whose first lanugage isn't English who wish to develop their skills
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll develop listening skills to understand spoken English in real situations.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in formal and informal settings.
You'll build vocabulary for common topics such as work, health, and community life.
You'll practise following spoken instructions and responding appropriately.
You'll develop confidence speaking with people you don't know.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities with other ESOL learners. Sessions focus on speaking and listening practice, including conversations, role play, and group discussion. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks, not written exams. You'll have an initial assessment before the course starts to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Auckland Project will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaks with the public daily in English.
Care assistant: communicates clearly with clients and colleagues.
Classroom or teaching assistant: supports children and staff in school settings.
Community interpreter: helps others with language barriers in local services.
Retail assistant: serves customers and handles everyday spoken transactions.
Receptionist: answers calls and greets visitors in English.
What you could study next
ESOL Skills for Life Level 1 (Speaking and Listening): the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex spoken English.
ESOL Skills for Life Level 2 (Speaking and Listening): the advanced level, useful for work and further study.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: adds reading and writing alongside your spoken English skills.
Community Interpreting qualification: if you speak English and another language and want to support others professionally.
