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Free Level 1 ESOL Writing Course in Widnes – Riverside College Kingsway Campus

CostFREE
Duration5 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (writing) Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus on a part-time daytime timetable, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course runs for around 5 months. You'll develop your written English at Level 1, covering grammar, punctuation, spelling, and structuring different types of text. You'll have an initial assessment after you apply to make sure this is the right level for you. The course is open to learners aged 19 and over.

Who this course is for

Aimed at 19+ learners

Entry requirements

Initial assessment after application

What you will learn

  • You'll write clearly using correct grammar and punctuation.
  • You'll spell common and topic-related words accurately.
  • You'll structure sentences and paragraphs for different purposes.
  • You'll write formal and informal texts, such as letters, emails, and notes.
  • You'll plan and organise your writing before you draft it.
  • You'll check and correct your own written work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Riverside College Kingsway Campus. Assessment is through written tasks and assignments that reflect real writing situations. Your tutor will give feedback on your work throughout the course. There is no written exam; your writing is assessed through the tasks you complete during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: clear written communication is essential in most roles.
  • Office administrator: emails, letters, and reports require confident writing.
  • Care assistant: record-keeping and written handover notes are part of daily work.
  • Retail assistant: written tasks include stock notes, emails, and complaint responses.
  • Teaching assistant: supporting learners with writing requires strong written English yourself.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Level 1 Award, you could move on to the Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (writing) qualification to develop your written English further. You might also consider Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2, which covers reading and writing together and is the recognised equivalent to GCSE English for employment and further study.

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