Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks, giving you time to build your written English at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll focus specifically on writing skills, from forming sentences correctly to producing clear, structured text for everyday and work situations. This is an esol skills for life (writing) qualification awarded by the English Speaking Board. It suits anyone aged 19 or over who wants to strengthen their written English at Level 1.
Who this course is for
19+
What you will learn
You'll write clear sentences using correct grammar and punctuation.
You'll organise your writing into logical paragraphs and structures.
You'll use appropriate vocabulary for different purposes and audiences.
You'll write for everyday situations such as forms, letters, and messages.
You'll check and correct your own writing for accuracy.
You'll develop confidence writing in a work or study context.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at New City College Hackney Campus. Teaching covers written English skills through guided practice, exercises, and feedback from your tutor. Assessment is by a written task or tasks that demonstrate your ability to write accurately and clearly 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 Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: clear written English is essential for office roles
Customer service assistant: writing emails and messages to customers
Receptionist: handling written communications and correspondence
Retail assistant: completing stock records, forms, and written reports
Care assistant: writing care notes and records accurately
Warehouse operative: completing written documentation and logs
Teaching assistant: supporting written tasks in a classroom setting
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the next step up, bringing your written English to the level recognised as equivalent to GCSE English.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading or Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a qualification that covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening together, widely accepted by employers and colleges.
