Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Guildford. Classes run at Guildford Adult Learning Centre two days a week, with each session lasting two and a half hours. The course runs for 22 weeks, from January to July. You'll practise listening to everyday speech, asking and answering questions, and describing people, places, and events. Classes include individual tasks, pair work, and group activities, with around two hours of home study each week. You need to be 19 or over. You'll start with an online initial assessment so the centre can place you at the right level. Trinity College London Entry Level Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) with certificate.
Who this course is for
You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance This course runs two days a week. Each lesson is 2.5 hours long if the class is face to face. Online classes run two days a week and each class lasts 2 hours. The course runs for 22 weeks from January to July. You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes. Should your attendance fall below this, your place on the course may be at risk. This is an academic course, and you must allow time for private study at home of at least 2 hours per week.
Entry requirements
You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance This course runs two days a week. Each lesson is 2.5 hours long if the class is face to face. Online classes run two days a week and each class lasts 2 hours.
What you will learn
You'll listen to short dialogues and understand the main points.
You'll identify the meanings of everyday words and phrases.
You'll answer simple questions clearly in spoken English.
You'll ask questions and describe people, places, objects, and events.
You'll write short sentences using basic spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
You'll build confidence speaking in pairs and small groups.
You'll prepare for a speaking and listening exam set by Trinity College London.
How you will learn
Classes are face to face at Guildford Adult Learning Centre. You'll work individually, in pairs, and in groups during lessons. The course includes regular homework and at least two hours of private study at home each week. Assessment is by exam: you'll sit a speaking and listening test and a writing exam. Attendance of at least 90% is required to keep your place on the course.
What you will need to bring
For face-to-face classes you'll need a ring binder (folder) and lined paper. Guildford Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking clearly with customers every day.
Retail sales assistant: helping shoppers and answering questions.
Care assistant: communicating with clients and colleagues.
Cleaner or domestic worker: following instructions and reporting issues.
