Free Entry Level ESOL Writing Course in Exeter – Exeter College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration84 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering written English at Entry Level 1. The course runs for 84 hours in total. It focuses on building your written English skills, from forming sentences to communicating in everyday situations. This entry level ESOL skills for life course suits anyone developing their written English from the very beginning. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you.

Who this course is for

For details about GATEWAY AWARD IN ESOL SKILLS FOR LIFE - ENTRY 1 LEVEL - WRITING - YES PLUS (LINK P0TESA10/6/A), please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.

Entry requirements

See website for futher details

What you will learn

  • You'll write simple words and sentences in English.
  • You'll use basic punctuation, including capital letters and full stops.
  • You'll spell common everyday words correctly.
  • You'll communicate simple information in writing.
  • You'll understand how to structure short written messages.
  • You'll practise writing for everyday situations, such as filling in forms or writing notes.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Exeter College during the day. Learning is hands-on and practical, with written tasks and exercises completed in class. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and written tasks that show what you can do. Your tutor will guide you through each stage.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: written communication used daily on the shop floor.
  • Warehouse operative: reading and completing written records and forms.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: following written instructions and completing logs.
  • Kitchen assistant: reading rotas, labels, and basic written instructions.
  • Care assistant: recording basic written notes about clients.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the natural next step to develop your written English further.
  • Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across all areas.
  • ESOL Skills for Life Level 1 (Writing): once you reach Entry Level 3, this moves you toward everyday working English. Each step builds toward the esol skills for life qualification recognised by employers.

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