What is the course about? 

This course helps you build confidence using English in everyday situations in London.  

You will practise reading, writing, speaking and listening through practical topics such as daily routines, transport, health, shopping, and life in your local area. 

The course is designed to support learners with basic English skills in a friendly and supportive environment. 

Is a pre-enrolment interview or assessment required for this course? 

Yes, you will need to do a pre-course assessment to establish your level of English before enrolling onto the course. 

What level is the course and do I require particular skills, experience or prior qualifications? 

This is a beginner’s course. Before you can enrol, you will need to have an interview with one of our initial assessors to make sure the course is suitable for you. 

What topics does the course cover? 

• Making small talk and asking simple questions (who, what, where, when, how) 

• Introducing yourself and others 

• Giving and following simple directions using the present tense and imperative 

• Using public transport in London (tube and buses) and reading timetables 

• Describing your neighbourhood using “there is/are/isn’t/aren’t” 

• Talking about the weather and UK geography (north, south, east, west, towns and cities) 

• Writing clear sentences using correct punctuation (capital letters, full stops, question marks) 

• Describing common health problems using “have got/has got” 

• Talking and writing about weights and prices using “much/many/some/any” 

Each class will focus on a certain topic such as life in the UK, daily routine, healthy living, jobs, shopping, transport and different cultures.  

How will I be taught and assessed? Will there be any work outside the class? 

You will learn in a supportive and welcoming environment.  

You will work in pairs or small groups, and sometimes as a whole class.  

Your tutor will also work with you individually. Everything that you learn will help you in your daily life.  

You will practise using English in real-life situations and may be asked to complete short tasks at home. Digital tools may be used to support your learning. 

Are there any other costs or equipment I need to get? 

You will need a pen, some lined A4 paper and a file to keep your work in.  

Your tutor will provide handouts and worksheets and let you know if there are any other resources that you might need to get. 

By the end of the course you should be able to: 

• Make small talk and ask/answer basic questions 

• Follow and give simple directions 

• Use public transport confidently and understand travel information 

• Describe your local area and talk about places nearby 

• Talk about the weather and name places in the UK 

• Write simple sentences with correct punctuation 

• Describe common ailments and health issues 

• Talk and write about shopping, prices and quantities  

When I finish, what should I be able to do next? 

There are few courses you can do after this course. These include:  

• ESOL Communication skills for life and work (Entry 1 and Entry 2)  

• Ascentis ESOL Entry 1 – reading