Application to ESOL for New Students to Adult Education

<p>This is an application for new students who would like to join an ESOL class in September 2025.  This is not for students who are currently enrolled on an ESOL course with us.</p>

<p>You will be contacted and invited to come for an assessment.</p>

<p>Once you have been assessed you will be contacted about a place on a course.</p>

<p>You may not have to pay for your course if you are unemployed or employed and have a low income. If you do have to pay, it may be a discounted fee. Student Services will be happy to advise you on whether or not you may have to pay for your ESOL course.</p>

<p>No qualifications are needed but if you have studied ESOL before it is important to tell us.  </p>

<p>We will check your level to make sure you are in the right class.   </p>

<p>You will need to attend all of your classes to succeed. </p>

<p>City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton and community locations across the city.</p>

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<p>You will improve your reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English to help you in your everyday life and work </p>
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<p>You will improve your knowledge of life in the UK </p>
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<p>You will study in an adult environment with support from dedicated teachers and the Student Services Team </p>
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<p>All the teachers are experts in their subject, fully qualified and experienced </p>
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<p>We get excellent feedback from students </p>
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<p>You will have a FREE Microsoft Office 365 account </p>
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<p>Many students will be able to access financial support e.g., travel, childcare, course fees, resources </p>
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<p>All sessions will be delivered face-to-face.  </p>

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<p>You will need to attend for 1, 2, 3, or 4 sessions per week depending on your course </p>
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<p>You will work in groups, pairs, and individually </p>
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<p>Paper-based and online activities will be set as homework  </p>
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<p>You will have an individual learning plan with targets that are personal to you </p>
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<p>You will take part in one-on-one talks with your teacher to review your progress. </p>
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<p>Learning Support is available if you have a learning disability, let us know on your application if you require support.  </p>

<p>Assessment takes place throughout your study. </p>

<p>Regular monitoring of progress will help to identify any support you might need.  </p>

<p>To achieve an Ascentis ESOL Skills for Life qualification, you will take and pass an exam in either reading, writing, or speaking & listening.  </p>

<p>For many students the course is free, Student Services will check your eligibility. </p>

<p>You will need writing materials such as pens, paper, and folders.  </p>

<p>You may be able to loan a laptop and a MiFi to enable you to learn at home. </p>

<p>If you are successful in your exams you will receive an Ascentis Award certificate in the level you have studied. This may be in:</p>

<p>• Speaking and Listening</p>

<p>• Reading</p>

<p>• Writing</p>

<p>You will be able to progress to the next level of ESOL Skills for Life Exams and on to other courses at Adult Education Service. It may also help you find work. </p>

<p>For further information or careers or educational advice please contact our Student Gateway:</p>

<p>For free Course and Career Advice click on the link: <u><a href="https://www.life-pilot.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.life-pilot.co.uk/</a></u></p>

<p>01902 558180 | enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk | www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</p>