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Free Entry Level ESOL Writing 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 (writing) Course in Gloucester. Classes run at Adult Education In Gloucester, with daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. You'll start with an assessment to confirm the right level for you. This entry level esol skills for life course focuses on writing in English, covering everyday tasks like filling in forms, writing simple notes, and communicating in writing at work and at home. The course runs for 16 weeks part-time. It suits those working with very basic English.

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 write simple notes and short messages in everyday English.
  • You'll fill in basic forms with personal information.
  • You'll write words and sentences using the English alphabet.
  • You'll use numbers, days, and dates correctly in writing.
  • You'll write about yourself and your daily routine.
  • You'll practise writing for common situations such as making appointments or contacting a teacher.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Adult Education In Gloucester, with face-to-face sessions during the day. Learning is practical and task-based, focused on writing skills you can use straight away. You'll be assessed through written tasks and activities that reflect real everyday situations. An initial assessment at the start confirms this is the right level for you and helps plan your learning.

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 service assistant: written communication needed for emails and forms.
  • Warehouse operative: health and safety forms and written instructions.
  • Care assistant: recording notes and completing basic paperwork.
  • Cleaner or domestic worker: following written instructions and rotas.
  • Kitchen assistant: reading and writing simple workplace notices.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry Level Award, you can move on to the Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (writing) qualification, then Entry Level 3. From there, the ESOL Skills for Life Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications build your written English to the standard employers expect. You could also take ESOL qualifications covering reading, speaking, and listening alongside writing to build a fuller picture of your English skills.

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