ESOL absolute beginners

What will the course Cover?

Our course will help you to develop communicative and transferable English language skills and build your confidence to use those skills in real life. On the course you will learn to use the alphabet and phonics to help with spelling, learn how to write simple sentences and read and understand simple texts. You will also practise your speaking and listening skills to have simple conversations.

Who is this course for?

ESOL courses are for people who plan to live in the UK permanently and who are working here or actively seeking work here. This course is for ESOL learners with no English, who want to start learning English. PLEASE NOTE Our ESOL courses are government funded. By enrolling onto an ESOL course you agree to attend all your classes on time, or you may lose your place and not be offered another course in the future.

What skills, knowledge or experience do I need to start this course?

You don’t need any knowledge of English.

What should I be able to do by the end of the course?

• Understand what is said clearly, slowly and directly in simple everyday conversation with support. • Communicate simple information on familiar matters. • Use basic sentence patterns and simple phrases about yourself, places and other people.

How is the course organised?

Classes are 2.5 hours and are twice a week.

What extra study or practice is expected outside of the class?

Your teacher will give you homework to help you to make progress.

How will my progress be assessed?

Through class work and homework and regular assessment by the teacher.

What can I expect to go on to after this course?

ESOL E1 Reading & Writing or an ESOL Speaking & Listening course.

Are there any other costs and what do I need to bring?

There may be a charge for your class but most learners on benefits or a low income are funded by the government and do not pay. Please enquire at interview or see the website for more details. Please bring pens and paper to class.

What support is available?

Please let your teacher know if you need any in class support or exam access arrangements as soon as possible so we can put support in place if possible.

Tutor - Susu Ali

A highly qualified and experienced tutor.