Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. This entry level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) course runs over 23 weeks, giving you time to build your reading skills at a steady pace. You'll focus on understanding written English in everyday situations, such as signs, forms, and short texts. The course is open to learners aged 19 or over. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short everyday texts in English, such as signs, notices, and forms.
You'll identify the main point in a simple piece of writing.
You'll use context to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
You'll follow written instructions in familiar situations.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day. You'll learn through guided reading activities, group tasks, and practice with everyday written materials. Assessment is through tasks set by the English Speaking Board, completed during the course. There is no written exam. Your tutor will assess your reading skills through set activities that reflect real-life reading situations.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar 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
Care assistant - reading care plans and daily notes
Retail assistant - understanding labels, signs, and written guidance
Cleaner or facilities operative - following written health and safety instructions
What you could study next
ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Entry Level 3 - the next step up in reading, moving toward more complex texts and longer passages.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry Level 2 - develop your written English alongside your reading skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 - combines reading, writing, and speaking in one qualification, useful for work and further study.
