Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Richmond upon Thames. Evening classes run at Parkshot, two evenings a week, so you can fit study around your other commitments. This is an esol skills for life (reading) course for adults whose first language is not English. Before you start, you take a short assessment called Step into English, which helps you find the right level. The course runs for 13 weeks. You'll build your ability to read English in everyday and work-related situations.
Who this course is for
Our ESOL classes are for you if English is not your first language. If you are settling or living in the UK we have courses for learners of all abilities. These courses will help you to read, write, speak and understand English to help you in everyday life; for example to help your children, communicate with others or to improve your skills for work. If you want to improve your English to get a job we can help you. Our ESOL courses look at topics related to living and working in Britain. We are proud of our diverse learner groups, and range of support to enable access for all learners regardless of ability or background. However, we also recognise that some women benefit from the supportive and close-knit environment of a women-only class, which can help to develop the skills, confidence and ambition to succeed in mainstream education, work and community settings.
Entry requirements
Before you start this course you need to take Step into English to help you choose the right level of Reading course. We have courses at all levels of the Adult ESOL Curriculum from Pre-Entry (for complete beginners) and Entry Level up to Level 2. We will help you find the correct level for you before you start your course.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday written English, including notices, letters, and forms.
You'll identify the main points and details in texts related to daily life in the UK.
You'll read texts connected to work and employment situations.
You'll understand written instructions and information in practical contexts.
You'll develop strategies for reading unfamiliar words and longer texts.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, meeting two evenings a week at Parkshot. You'll work through reading texts and tasks with a teacher and other learners. Assessment for the Ascentis Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) is through a formal reading examination at the end of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant. Read emails, notices, and customer communications confidently.
Retail sales assistant. Understand product information, rotas, and workplace documents.
Care assistant. Read care plans, instructions, and daily records.
Warehouse operative. Follow written safety notices and picking instructions.
School support worker. Read classroom materials and communicate with staff in writing.
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Award. Develop your written English alongside your reading skills.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Award. Round out your English communication skills for work and daily life.
Functional Skills English Level 2. The recognised equivalent to GCSE English, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
Level 3 ESOL or vocational qualifications. Once your English is at Level 2, many further study and career routes open up.
