Level 1 ESOL Reading Course in Tower Hamlets – New City College Attlee A Level Academy

Cost£540.00
Duration23 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyESB (English Speaking Board) awarding body

About this course

Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Attlee A Level Academy, part-time during the day. The course runs over 23 weeks, giving you time to build your reading skills at a steady pace. You'll develop your ability to read and understand a range of texts in English, from everyday documents to more detailed written material. This level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) qualification is awarded by the English Speaking Board.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts such as letters, forms, and notices.
  • You'll identify the main points and details in written English.
  • You'll work out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context.
  • You'll follow written instructions and information accurately.
  • You'll read texts written for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll build your confidence reading longer and more detailed passages in English.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at New City College Attlee A Level Academy, working through reading tasks with your tutor and other learners. Assessment is through a formal reading test set by the English Speaking Board. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand written texts at Level 1. Your tutor will prepare you for the assessment throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Attlee A Level Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant - reading emails, letters, and instructions daily
  • Retail assistant - understanding product information and written procedures
  • Care assistant - reading care plans and written guidance
  • Warehouse operative - following written health and safety instructions
  • Receptionist - reading correspondence and written communications
  • School support assistant - reading classroom materials and pupil records

What you could study next

  • Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) - the next step up, covering more complex texts and preparing you for work or further study that requires stronger English reading skills.
  • Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening) - round out your English skills across all areas.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 - a broader English qualification recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.

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