ESOL 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 cover recognising letters, understanding texts and recognising text purpose, producing simple text with correct spelling, grammar and punctuation and filling in simple forms. You will also practise your speaking and listening skills in everyday conversation. You will also practise your speaking and listening skills in everyday conversation. There will be the opportunity to take reading and writing exams on the course if you are ready. The exams are accredited by Trinity and our course content is based on the National Standards for Adult Literacy and is aligned to the Adult ESOL Core Curriculum.

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 at beginners’ level but with some English, who want to improve their English language skills and gain a qualification. 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. This is an exam-based course, so by enrolling you also agree to take any exams on the dates and times your teacher gives you.

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

You should have some knowledge of English.

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

You should be able to pass ESOL reading and/or writing exams at E1. Your teacher will let you know which exams you will be taking if you are ready.

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. This will help you to make progress. The recommended hours to pass ESOL E1 reading and writing are 150. Your course is 90 hours, so you will also need to work at home.

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 E2 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.