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ESOL Entry 1
Course Summary
Code: AOFL1002AC
Starting: Tuesday 16 September 2025
Duration: 74 sessions over 37 week(s)
Time: 10:00
Location: AoFL (Academy of Future Learning)
Cost:
Description
This qualification is part of a suite of ESOL Skills for Life qualifications which are designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to communicate effectively through reading, writing and/or speaking and listening in their everyday life, study or the world of work. This course will also have additional elements included planning for progression and 2 week enrichment activities.
Aim
The purpose of this course is to support speakers of other languages based in the UK to develop their English language skills. It focuses on language used in everyday situations and helps learners to understand and use written or spoken English. The course helps learners to develop reading, writing, speaking, listening and communication skills, which are essential for work, further study, access to public services, or just to function more effectively in an English-speaking environment.
What you will learn
- Identify letters of the alphabet in upper and lower case correctly.
- Write simple sentences correctly.
- Use capital letters correctly.
- Learn the correct spelling of a range of words used in everyday life.
- Read and understand the meaning of short texts: including simple letters, emails, signs and symbols, and simple forms.
- Improve your speaking and pronunciation.
- Develop the confidence to convey information and engage in discussion.
Suitability and Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but learners are required to complete an initial and diagnostic assessment. These identify the appropriate level of study, as well as the learning priorities which need to be addressed within the level studied.
How you will learn in this course/workshop
Presentation
Practical activities
Individual and group work
Private study
Accreditation, qualifications and assessment methods
This qualification is assessed via 3 controlled assessments which cover:
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking, Listening and Communicating
Learners can either complete individual Awards in:
ESOL Skills for Life (Reading)
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing)
ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening)
OR
The full Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life covering reading, writing and speaking and listening.
Resources, materials and additional costs
All teaching and learning materials will be provided. You will need to buy writing paper, pens, a folder for completed work and handouts, and a dictionary.
Next steps
Higher level ESOL courses or other courses of interest. For Learn Ealing courses, please go online:https://learnealing.org.uk/ or visit your local library to pick up a course guide.
Tutor
Various
Time and duration
Start Date: 16 September 2025
Start Time: 10:00
Day: Tuesday Morning
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 37
Location
AoFL (Academy of Future Learning)
2nd Floor
84 UXBRIDGE ROAD
WEST EALING
LONDON W13 8RA