Y2934 - ESOL For Work and Life Entry 1 S1B

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Start Date: 24/11/2025      End Date: 04/02/2026        Start Time: 09:15      End Time: 11:45        Hours per Week: 5.00      No of Weeks: 9
Fees:      £0.00 (tuition)     £549.00 (overseas)     £0.00 (concessionary)
Tutor: Bethan Bowett        No of Places: 2
Idea Store Whitechapel

Course Overview

Course Overview
This is a year-long course divided into four 9 week parts. You can join at the start of any part.

You will learn useful English for everyday life and work. You will practice reading, writing, speaking and listening through fun and practical activities. Topics include daily routines, jobs and skills, healthy living, shopping, transport, digital skills, teamwork, and green jobs.

You will build your confidence in using English at home, in your community and at work. You will learn job-related language, interview skills, how to use digital devices, and how to plan your future.

Objectives

Objectives
Objective 1
Objective 1
Ask and answer simple questions about yourself, your routine, and your job.
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Objective 2
Objective 2
Speak clearly in short conversations about everyday topics like food, family and work.
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Objective 3
Objective 3
Describe people, places and routines using basic words and grammar.
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Objective 4
Objective 4
Listen and understand short conversations and instructions.
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Objective 5
Objective 5
Write simple sentences, notes, and messages using correct punctuation.
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Objective 6
Use digital skills such as filling in a form or writing an email.
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Objective 7
Objective 7
Plan a journey and talk about travel and transport.
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Objective 8
Learn and talk about green jobs and caring for the environment.
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Objective 9
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Understand workplace rights and how to behave safely at work.
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Objective 10
Objective 10
Write a short CV and practice for interviews.
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Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements
This is an Entry 1 ESOL class for adults over 19 years old.

You are just starting to learn English. You might know a few words or short sentences, and now you want to build your skills and confidence.

You will need to do a pre course assessment to see which level you are working towards.
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Equipment Required

Equipment Required
Please bring to every lesson:

• A folder
• Pens & pencils
• Lined A4 paper
• A smartphone (if you have one)
• A reusable water bottle

We will give you the WIFI details in the first lesson.
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What courses can I go on to?

What courses can I go on to?
This is a four-part course so each semester you can progress onto the next stage.
There are also other courses you can do after or at the same time as this course:
• ESOL for Life & Work Entry 2/3
• ESOL Speak with Confidence
• ESOL Write with Confidence
• Entry 1 or 2 Speaking & Listening/ Reading & Writing Exam Class
• Essential Digital Skills
• Maths Classes

Please ask your teacher for more information or contact ESOLAdvice@towerhamlets.gov.uk
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What examination is there?

What examination is there?
There is no examination for this course. You will agree individual learning goals with your tutor which you must achieve by the end of the course.
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How will I know I am making progress?

How will I know I am making progress?
At the start of the course, your teacher will talk to you about the English you need to practise most. Together, you will make a learning plan.

During the course, you will have a meeting with your teacher to talk about what you are good at, what you need to get better at, and any problems you have.
• You will keep a folder with your work. This will help you look back and remember what you have learned.
• Your teacher will give you feedback on your class work and homework. This will help you improve.
• To make good progress, you must come to all your classes and do some work at home.

You will lose your place if you miss 3 classes in a row without telling your tutor or if miss 4 lessons in total.
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Other Info

Other Info
One of our goals is to help you improve your skills for work or further studies. We also want to help you join in your community and be an active citizen. In our classes, you will learn important skills that employers look for, like:

• Communication Skills: How to talk and write clearly.
• Decision-Making: How to make good choices.
• Working Together: How to work well with others.

These skills will help you in many parts of your life.
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Extra Support

Extra Support
If you have declared a learning difficulty, disability or support need whilst enrolling and you require support/assistance in class or to complete your course, please discuss your needs with your tutor at the first lesson.

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