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Free Entry Level ESOL Reading Course in Gloucester – Adult Education In Gloucester

CostFREE
Duration16 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (reading) Course in Gloucester. Classes run at Adult Education In Gloucester, with part-time daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. You'll start with an assessment so the centre can confirm the right level for you. This entry level esol skills for life (reading) course focuses on reading in English, covering everyday situations like understanding signs, notes, and written information. Classes run for 16 weeks.

Who this course is for

This class is for people who speak very basic English only. You will do an assessment at the start of the course to find out what level you are currently working towards.

Entry requirements

Eligible participants must be aged 19 or over on 31 August of the current academic year, reside in England on the first day of learning. Further eligiblity criteria may apply.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand simple everyday texts such as signs, notes, and short messages.
  • You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
  • You'll read information about appointments, directions, and instructions.
  • You'll understand written English used at home, in the community, and in basic work situations.
  • You'll build your ability to read short sentences and simple questions.

How you will learn

You'll attend face-to-face classes at Adult Education In Gloucester. Learning is classroom based, with activities and practice tasks focused on reading skills. You'll complete an initial assessment at the start so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you. Assessment for the Entry Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (reading) is through tasks that demonstrate your reading ability at Entry Level 1.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education In Gloucester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer-facing retail or café roles requiring basic written English
  • Warehouse or factory operative roles where reading signs and instructions matters
  • Cleaning or domestic work in settings with written health and safety guidance
  • Care assistant roles where reading notes and rotas is part of the job
  • School support or community roles requiring everyday written communication

What you could study next

Once you complete this entry level esol skills for life (reading) qualification, you can move on to higher ESOL reading levels. Options include the Entry Level 2 and Entry Level 3 Awards in ESOL Skills for Life (reading), and eventually the Level 1 and Level 2 Certificates in ESOL Skills for Life. You could also study ESOL speaking, listening, and writing qualifications alongside your reading course to build a fuller range of English skills.

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