Y2964 - ESOL Speak with Confidence E2/E3 S2B

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Start Date: 14/05/2026      End Date: 16/07/2026        Start Time: 09:15      End Time: 11:45        Hours per Week: 2.50      No of Weeks: 9
Fees:      £10.00 (tuition)     £274.50 (overseas)     £0.00 (concessionary)
Tutor: Bethan Bowett        No of Places: 20
Idea Store Whitechapel

Course Overview

Course Overview
This is a year-long course divided up into four 9-week parts. You can join any part over the year.
This course is designed to help you become a more confident and fluent speaker and listener in English. You will take part in practical, real-life speaking activities and conversations to help you communicate better in everyday situations.

You will practise speaking in different contexts such as on the phone, at the doctor’s, at school meetings, in shops, and with friends or neighbours. You will also improve your listening skills so you can understand spoken English in conversations, announcements, and short talks. The course includes useful grammar and vocabulary, including more complex structures like the present perfect tense, to help you talk about your opinions, past experiences, and future plans.

By the end of the course, you will be more confident speaking and listening in English at home, in your community, and in the workplace. You will be able to take part in group discussions, give short presentations, and express your ideas more clearly and accurately.

Objectives

Objectives
Objective 1
Objective 1
Speak clearly and confidently using full sentences to talk about your plans, share ideas, and give information in everyday situations.
Objective 1
Objective 2
Objective 2
Understand and use more complex sentence structures, such as explaining why you missed an appointment or what happened at an event.
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Objective 3
Objective 3
Describe and compare people, places, or things using detail, for example when talking about your local area, a celebration, or different products.
Prosp User 4
Objective 4
Objective 4
Ask and answer different types of questions, including open and closed questions, to find out or share information.
Prosp User 5
Objective 5
Objective 5
Give and receive information clearly in conversations with doctors, teachers, neighbours or when attending appointments.
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Objective 6
Objective 6
Make plans and arrangements using appropriate phrases, such as organising a trip, booking an appointment, or arranging to meet someone.
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Objective 7
Objective 7
Express opinions, likes, and dislikes, and make suggestions using modal verbs and useful phrases (e.g. I think we should... or I’d prefer to...).
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Objective 8
Objective 8
Give clear instructions or make polite requests, such as explaining a task, asking for help, or giving directions.
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Objective 9
Objective 9
Talk about the past and future using the correct grammar and vocabulary to describe past experiences and future plans.
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Objective 10
Objective 10
Improve listening and response skills by practising active listening and responding appropriately in conversations, group discussions, or presentations.
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Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements
This course is for Entry 2/Entry 3 ESOL learners. You should already be able to speak and understand basic English, including present simple, present continuous, and past simple tenses. You should be ready to build your confidence, increase your vocabulary, and start using more complex grammar.

You will need to do a short pre-course assessment before joining.
Prosp User 8

Equipment Required

Equipment Required
Please bring:
• 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
Prosp User 9

What courses can I go on to?

What courses can I go on to?
This is a four-part course over the year, so each term 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 Write with Confidence
• ESOL For Life & Work
• Entry 2/3 Speaking & Listening/ Reading & Writing Exam Class
• Digital Skills
• Maths

Please ask your teacher for more information or contact ESOLAdvice@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Prosp User 10

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.
Prosp User 11

How will I know I am making progress?

How will I know I am making progress?
There is no formal exam for this course. You will agree personal learning goals with your tutor and work towards them during the course. Your tutor will check your progress through classwork, homework, discussions and one-to-one tutorials.
You will:
• Create an individual learning plan (ILP)
• Keep a folder of your work
• Receive regular feedback from your tutor
• Take part in peer and self-assessment activities

You must attend at least 80% of your classes to receive a certificate of completion. Low attendance may result in losing your place.
Prosp User 12

Other Info

Other Info
This course not only helps you improve your English but also builds important life and employability skills such as:
• Speaking and listening clearly
• Making decisions and solving problems
• Working as part of a team
• Managing your time and organising tasks
• Communicating professionally in different situations

These skills will help you take part in your community, succeed at work, and prepare for further study.
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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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