This course aims to introduce foundational level English skills in listening, speaking, writing and reading.
It will help students build their confidence and learn more about life in the UK.
English for Beginners is a course for literate learners who would like to develop their basic listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills.
With the support of tutors, learners can explore English culture and build their communication skills for everyday life in the UK.
Course materials are based on the Adult ESOL Core Curriculum programme. Learners will develop their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills through topic led sessions including:
- introducing and describing myself and others (family and friends)
- talking about my hobbies, interests, skills, personal attributes and daily routines
- talking about my home, local places, weather and seasons
- ‘out and about’ - English for transport, shopping, holidays and social events
- ‘my future' - my health and wellbeing, learning for life, jobs and the workplace
- asking and answering questions in English
How to enrol
Contact us to arrange an assessment.
To enrol on this course you need to attend our job club.
Entry requirements
Learners should have basic literacy skills to benefit from this course.
Material required for the course
You should bring:
- Lexis notebook
- learner file
- stationery (including highlighters)
- water bottle
Teaching method
You will learn in a classroom, working individually, in pairs and small groups.
Different learning styles will be supported by:
- PowerPoint slides
- audio recordings
- videos, pictures
- props (everyday items)
- handouts
- iPads
How is your progress checked
Individual learner progress is tracked and reviewed on a weekly basis.
An informal end of module quiz helps learners consolidate their understanding and identify next steps on a termly basis.
Each student keeps a weekly ‘learning journey’ record to track their progress and make a note of questions to discuss with the tutor.
Extra study required at home
Learners are encouraged to build personal lexis notebooks and revise target language summaries provided on their handouts each week.
A weekly video is published through the English for Beginners Facebook group to continue learning at home.
More information
There are no additional costs. There is an optional break time. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available for £1.50 in the café area.
This is a non-accredited course. You will not get a qualification.
Fees are non-refundable unless we cancel a course.
Course details
Tuesday 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Contact information
Community Learning Team
Email: community.learning@bracknell-forest.gov.uk for course information
Email: olc@bracknell-forest.gov.uk for room hire
Phone: 01344 354220