Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life Course in Walsall. Classes run at Blue Coat Church of England Academy, full-time during the day. This entry level ESOL Skills for Life course is designed for people learning English as a second language. You'll develop your speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English over one year. The course covers all four skills and is assessed by Trinity College London. It's a practical step toward using English for work, further study, or everyday life.
Who this course is for
Students who are unable to access GCSE English, students learning English as a Second Language.
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking English in one-to-one and group conversations.
You'll develop your listening skills in everyday situations.
You'll build your reading skills using written English texts.
You'll learn to write in English across a range of short tasks.
You'll gain confidence using English in real conversations with an examiner.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Blue Coat Church of England Academy. Assessment is through Trinity College London exams. Speaking and listening are assessed face-to-face with a Trinity examiner in two tasks and a group discussion. Reading is a paper-based exam with 24 questions across three tasks, lasting 45 minutes. Writing is a controlled paper-based exam with three tasks, lasting 30 minutes.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blue Coat Church of England Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: uses everyday English with the public.
Warehouse operative: follows written instructions and safety notices.
Care assistant: communicates clearly with colleagues and clients.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reads rotas and basic workplace documents.
Kitchen assistant: takes instructions and communicates with kitchen staff.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life (Trinity College London): the next step up, building on the skills you've gained here.
Entry Level 3 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life: moves you closer to Level 1 English and broader employment opportunities.
Functional Skills English Level 1: once your English is stronger, this qualification is recognised by employers across the UK.
