Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Maida Vale Campus, part-time during the day. Entry requirements are assessed on an individual basis, so you don't need to meet a fixed prior level to apply. The course runs over 12 weeks and focuses on reading skills in English at Level 2. It suits adults who want to strengthen their reading at this level while managing other commitments.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of everyday texts, including letters, articles, and notices.
You'll identify the main points and supporting details in written material.
You'll work out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context.
You'll recognise how texts are organised and why writers make particular choices.
You'll read and respond to texts written for different purposes and audiences.
You'll build accuracy and speed when reading longer or more complex passages.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at City of Westminster College Maida Vale Campus, with a teacher guiding each session. Assessment is through tasks and activities that test your reading skills directly. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand different types of texts at Level 2. There are no written exams in the traditional sense; assessment is based on the reading tasks set as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City of Westminster College Maida Vale Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading correspondence, emails, and notices daily.
Office administrator: handling written documents and instructions.
Healthcare support worker: reading care plans and patient information.
Retail assistant: reading product information, labels, and staff communications.
Classroom teaching assistant: supporting learners with written materials.
Library assistant: working with books, catalogues, and written requests.
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening): round out your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Level 2: a broader English qualification recognised by employers when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Level 3 ESOL or Access to Higher Education Diploma: if you want to move into further study or a professional role that requires higher-level English.
