ESOL: Moving on with English - Reading and Writing

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Course code: 5340

This course is for people who have achieved a basic level of speaking and listening skills and who can already recognise a limited number of key words and read simple sentences.

when
From 05 Jan 2026 to 23 Mar 2026
Mon 12:15-14:45  10 weeks
Date
05 Jan 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
12 Jan 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
19 Jan 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
26 Jan 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
02 Feb 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
23 Feb 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
02 Mar 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
09 Mar 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
16 Mar 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
Date
23 Mar 2026
Time
12:15 to 14:45
where
location to be advised
fees

free

who

Borough of Swindon

acl@swindon.gov.uk

What is the course about?

<p>This course is for people who have achieved a basic level of speaking and listening skills and who can already recognise a limited number of key words and read simple sentences.</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 if this course, you will be able to spell personal and common words correctly; develop an understanding of the concepts of ‘purpose and audience’ when planning to read and write; Read and write clearly to be understood; understand how to continue to improve reading and writing skills.</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>