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Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Sunbury-on-Thames – Sunbury Adult Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyTrinity College London
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About this course

Free ESOL English Course in Sunbury-on-Thames. Classes run at Sunbury Adult Learning Centre two days a week, with each session lasting two and a half hours. This is a free ESOL english course for adults who want to build everyday English for speakers of other languages. The course runs for 22 weeks from January to July. You'll practise speaking, listening, and writing through individual tasks, pair work, and group activities, plus regular homework. You'll need to be 19 or over on 31 August 2025 and complete an online initial assessment before starting.

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. 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. The course runs for 22 weeks from January to July. You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes.

What you will learn

  • You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and grammar.
  • You'll identify the spelling of common everyday words.
  • You'll listen for key details in spoken English.
  • You'll use simple English words and phrases to ask and answer questions.
  • You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday situations.
  • You'll build confidence responding in pair and group conversations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom activities including individual tasks, pair exercises, and group work. You'll also complete regular homework and allow at least two hours a week for private study at home. Assessment includes a speaking and listening exam and a writing exam, both set by Trinity College London. You'll need to attend at least 90% of your classes to keep your place on the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a ring binder, lined paper, pens and pencils, and access to a computer or laptop with a printer. Sunbury Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: use everyday English with customers and colleagues.
  • Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care teams.
  • Retail assistant: handle enquiries and written tasks at work.
  • School support worker: support children and communicate with staff.
  • Warehouse operative: follow written instructions and safety notices.
  • Cleaner or catering assistant: understand workplace instructions in English.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry Level 1 Award, you can move on to higher ESOL entry level english course classes at Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3. From there, Functional Skills English at Level 1 and Level 2 are the next steps. A Functional Skills English Level 2 Certificate is recognised by employers as equivalent to a GCSE in English, opening up a wider range of jobs and further study options.

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