ESOL at Old Palace Primary

About this course

The course introduces English through practical everyday situations. Learners practise recognising and writing the alphabet, forming basic words and sentences, reading signs and simple texts, and giving personal information in speech and writing. Activities also cover numbers, daily routines, likes and dislikes, and listening and responding to familiar people. Tutor guidance supports learners as they use postcodes and Google Maps to plan simple journeys, with practice taking place at an individual pace.

What you'll learn

• Read everyday signs and simple texts
• Recognise, name and write the letters of the alphabet
• Form basic words and sentences
• Give and respond to simple personal information
• Use numbers and simple present-tense language for routines and preferences
• Use postcodes and Google Maps to plan simple journeys

Is this course right for you?

This course is designed for complete beginners in English, including learners who are completely new to the language. It is a Family Learning course with tutor support and self-paced practice, focusing on language used in family, community and everyday situations.

• Suitable for learners starting English from the beginning
• Learning takes place at an individual pace with tutor guidance
• Uses practical situations such as personal information and local journeys