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Free Entry Level ESOL Reading Course in Leicester – Workpays Leicester

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Leicester. Classes run at Workpays Leicester. This entry level ESOL skills for life (reading) course is for people with a limited understanding of written English who want to improve their reading skills. You'll study in a classroom, with flexible daytime attendance over 60 hours. The course covers reading everyday texts, understanding meaning, and working with written English at Entry Level 3. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to learn how to communicate using English and currently have a limited understanding of how to read English.

Entry requirements

You do not currently hold a ESOL qualification at this level and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, everyday texts in English.
  • You'll identify the main points and meaning in written passages.
  • You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
  • You'll understand how sentences and simple texts are structured.
  • You'll read signs, notices, and basic written information with greater confidence.
  • You'll follow written instructions in familiar situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Workpays Leicester, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is based on reading tasks that reflect everyday situations. You'll complete set reading activities to demonstrate your skills at Entry Level 3. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Leicester 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 notes and basic written guidance
  • Retail assistant - reading labels, signs, and written communications
  • Cleaner or facilities operative - following written task sheets and schedules
  • Kitchen assistant - reading basic written instructions and rotas

What you could study next

Once you complete this entry level ESOL skills for life (reading) qualification, you can move on to higher levels of the same qualification. The Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) builds on Entry Level 3 skills. You could also study ESOL writing and speaking qualifications alongside or after this course. Together, these qualifications support progress toward Level 2 ESOL, which meets the English standard many employers ask for.

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