Free Entry Level ESOL Reading Course in Redbridge – New City College Ilford Campus

CostFREE
Duration23 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyESB (English Speaking Board) awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Ilford Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 23 weeks, giving you time to build your reading skills at a steady pace. You'll work on understanding written English, from everyday texts to simple instructions and signs. This entry level esol skills for life (reading) course is open to learners aged 19 or over. The English Speaking Board assesses this qualification.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand simple everyday texts in English.
  • You'll recognise common words and short phrases.
  • You'll follow basic written instructions.
  • You'll read signs, labels, and notices used in daily life.
  • You'll identify the main point in a short piece of writing.
  • You'll build your confidence reading English in familiar situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at New City College Ilford Campus. Teaching is delivered in small group sessions during the day. You'll be assessed through tasks that test your reading skills at Entry Level 1. Assessment is set and marked by the English Speaking Board. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Ilford Campus 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 - following written safety and stock instructions
  • Cleaner or caretaker - reading schedules, labels, and notices
  • Care assistant - understanding written care notes and guidance
  • Kitchen assistant - reading basic food hygiene and safety signs

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) - the next step up in reading, building on what you've learned at Entry 1.
  • Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Speaking and Listening) - broaden your English skills across other areas.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 - covers reading, writing, and speaking together in one qualification.

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