Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life Course in Lowestoft. Classes run at Lowestoft Campus. This is a full-time daytime course for english for speakers of other languages who want to build their English skills from Entry Level 1. You'll study for around 600 hours, covering everyday English communication in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The course uses Ascentis as the exam board. Entry requirements are available on request, and the centre will assess your level before you start to make sure this is the right course for you.
Who this course is for
ESOL Skills for Life Entry 1 Cert E&T (GID00AAAE1 25/26LA) is based in the ESOL department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen ASCENTIS as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop listening skills to understand simple spoken English in everyday situations.
You'll practise speaking clearly in basic conversations and familiar topics.
You'll read short, simple texts and understand their main points.
You'll write simple words, phrases, and sentences in English.
You'll build vocabulary for everyday life, work, and community settings.
You'll gain confidence using English in real interactions with others.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lowestoft Campus, with daytime attendance on a full-time basis. Learning is hands-on and interactive, using speaking and listening activities, reading tasks, and written exercises. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect everyday English use, in line with the Ascentis Entry Level 1 specification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lowestoft Campus 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 communicates with colleagues.
Cleaner or caretaker: reads rotas, signs, and basic instructions.
Care assistant: communicates with clients and understands simple written guidance.
Kitchen assistant: follows spoken and written instructions in a team.
Retail assistant: serves customers and handles basic written tasks.
What you could study next
ESOL Skills for Life Entry Level 2 Certificate: the natural next step after Entry Level 1, building on your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
ESOL Skills for Life Entry Level 3 Certificate: moves you closer to Level 1 and everyday independence in English.
Functional Skills English Level 1: once your English is strong enough, this qualification is recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.
