ESOL Pre Entry Speaking and Listening

Start speaking English - for Speakers of Other Languages

Who is the course aimed at?

For Staffordshire ESOL residents aged 19+.Start speaking English - give important information, ask questions, understand simple words and phrases.

Entry requirements

An ESOL tutor will talk to you before the course starts to see if this is the right level for you.

Course Content

Say hello! Introduce yourself to other people. Listen and follow simple instructions. Understand and give important information e.g. telephone numbers, address, health information. 

Learning Methods

You will work in small groups with a friendly and supportive tutor. Some activities will help your digital skills - on a phone or the library computer. You will be asked to complete some work at home to help your progress.

Learner Support

Your tutor will get to know you, what you want to achieve and support your progress. Please discuss any specific needs with your tutor so we can support you. 

Course Assessment

Your tutor will review your class work and home work - there is no exam.

Learning materials

On enrolment you will need to provide proof of ID (passport, national ID card, driver's licence) and proof of eligibility. For the course you will need a pen, a note pad and a documents folder. For homework you will need an internet connected device, either a PC, a laptop, an iPad, tablet or smart phone - you could do this at your local library.

What can learners do next/progress onto?

Entry 1 Speaking and Listening qualification or other course. The tutor will give you advice.

Dates, Locations and times

Please contact us for more information on enrolment sessions.

Are there any course fees?

This course is fully funded so there are no fees to pay

Who delivers this course?

Direct Delivery Unit

How to enrol on this course and find out more?

Please contact Direct Delivery Unit on:

Telephone: 01543 334537
Email:communitylearning@staffordshire.gov.uk