Key Facts

  • Starting
    6 Jan 2026
    Location
    Tooting
    Start Time
    10:00
    End Time
    12:00
    Duration
    11 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Tuesday + Thursday
    Start Date
    6 Jan 2026
    Level
    Level 1
    Code
    TAB1081CP

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    Free
  • Starting
    6 Jan 2026
    Location
    Tooting
    Start Time
    18:30
    End Time
    20:30
    Duration
    11 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Evening
    Days
    Tuesday + Thursday
    Start Date
    6 Jan 2026
    Level
    Level 1
    Code
    TAB1079CP

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    Free
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Ascentis)

This course focuses on developing skills to understand and respond to a wide range of texts used in everyday life and work. You will practice reading various documents like articles, instructions, and online content, identify main points, understand purpose and structure, and build a broader vocabulary. The course prepares you to take the Level 1 ESOL Reading exam.

  • Entry Requirements


    You need to have achieved E3 all modes to attend this course or have an equivalent level of English. You will be invited to attend an advice and guidance session before starting this course where you will be asked to do a written assessment.

  • Course Content


    You will develop the ability to read and understand a variety of texts, such as job adverts, community notices, meeting agendas, and online posts. The course will teach you to identify main points, understand the writer's purpose, and recognize how structure and language create meaning. Text types: You will practice with different kinds of texts, including informational texts, forms, and online content, by reading them in detail to find specific information. Vocabulary and grammar: You will increase your understanding of an expanding range of vocabulary and recognize how to interpret sophisticated punctuation and grammar in context. *Exam preparation: A major goal of the course is to prepare you for the Ascentis Level 1 ESOL Reading exam

  • Progression Next Steps


    You will progress to a 'Preparation for Writing at Level 1' course.

  • Course Structure


    Lessons will use a range of activities and online resources to build your skills. You may be required to commit to additional private study outside of lessons.

  • Assessment Details


    Classroom assessment will take place throughout all sessions with tasks and activities and classwork to check your learning. You will be assessed through formal Ascentis level 1 Reading exams at the end of the term