ESOL: Reading for speakers of other languages

Overview

This course is for people living across Devon who do not speak English as their first language. Through this online class, you will learn to read in English with more confidence and will finish in May 2027 with a Reading exam that will give you a qualification.

You will learn how to read everyday texts such as signs, forms, messages, letters, emails and simple stories. You will learn new vocabulary, practise reading for meaning, and develop skills that help you understand English more easily.

You will learn in Online through Google Classroom with a friendly teacher. You will read in pairs and small groups (via breakout rooms), discuss the reading, take part in fun activities, and use different reading materials. Your teacher may give you small tasks to practise at home.

Entry requirements

Before you start, you will meet with a Learn Devon Learning Adviser. They will ask you to do a few simple tasks to check this is the right course for you including a BKSB test to check you are working at the right level for this course.

Assessment criteria

Your teacher will help you see your progress. You will talk about your learning in class and complete a learning plan. At the end, in May 2027 you will take a Reading Exam at a Learn Devon centre.

What do I need?

You will need a laptop or tablet with a camera and microphone, and good internet connection. You cannot complete this course on your mobile phone as it is too small to see the learning.

You will need a pen, pencil, rubber and notebook. A dictionary (English or bilingual) is also useful.

What can I do next?

After this course, you can do more ESOL courses in reading, writing or speaking and listening either in person in a centre near where you live, or online.

Funding information

This course is being funded by the Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority (DTCCA). To be able to provide you with this opportunity we need to ensure that you are eligible for funding and have to collect personal data for government monitoring of funding. You must live in Devon and have been normally resident in the UK for the past 3 years and have a legal right to receive this funding. You do not already hold this qualification at this level. We normally provide these courses free of charge and claim all your funding from the DTCCA if:

• You are attempting to achieve your first full level 2 (Excluding English or maths)
• You are unemployed, seeking work, claiming benefits and have annual earnings of less than £26,800
• You are employed or self-employed, but have annual earnings of less than £26,800