ESOL: Everyday English - Speaking and Listening

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Course code: 5305

This course is for people who can already speak a little English and who want to build their skills to enable them to listen and speak clearly in simple situations.

when
From 16 Sep 2025 to 02 Dec 2025
Tue 09:30-12:00  10 weeks
Date
16 Sep 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
23 Sep 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
30 Sep 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
07 Oct 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
14 Oct 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
04 Nov 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
11 Nov 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
18 Nov 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
25 Nov 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
02 Dec 2025
Time
09:30 to 12:00
where
Parish Offices 

Gladstone Street

Swindon
SN1 2AU


fees

free

who

Borough of Swindon

acl@swindon.gov.uk

What is the course about?

<p>This course is for people who can already speak a little English and who want to build their skills to enable them to listen and speak clearly in simple situations.</p>

Who is eligible for this course?

<p>This course is for eligible adults ages 19+ who live in Swindon. More information on the eligibility criteria is available using this link <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4s3rwdyh">https://tinyurl.com/4s3rwdyh</a></p>

What will I learn?

<p>By the end of this course, you will be able to speak clearly to be heard and understood in simple exchanges; Make simple statements of fact clearly; Make simple requests clearly; Follow and give simple instructions.</p>

What materials do I need?

<p>Everything is provided but you may choose to bring a pad and pen to make notes.</p>

How will I be assessed?

<p>There will be the opportunity to set personal learning goals to aim for and these will be assessed together as the course progresses. ACL certification on completion.</p>

What can I do next?

<p>You will receive information and advice about your next steps that could include moving onto the next level ESOL course.</p>

Please note:

<p>You will have either a face to face or over the phone assessment (often supported by a family members or a referrer) to make sure you join the correct level course.</p>

How will you learn?

<p>You will join a small group in a friendly and supportive environment. Interactive learning will take place through discussions, group work, videos and hands-on practice of different tools and techniques.</p>