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ESOL Skills for Life Award in Writing at Entry Level 2 (CAR25S028)

ESOL

Do you want to improve your writing skills? Do you want to join a fun and friendly class? If the answer is yes then this could be the right course for you! By the end of this course you will be better at: Writing simple sentences in paragraphs with clear structure, writing compound sentences using common conjunctions to connect two clauses, for example using as, and, but. Don`t worry if this seems complicated now because you will work with an experienced and enthusiastic ESOL tutor and your peers to develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this qualification. You will need to attend classes each week to give you the best opportunity to succeed. You will also be asked to complete homework and independent study to maximise your chances of success. This qualification will allow you to progress to other awards at Entry level 2 in the ESOL Skills for Life suite of qualifications. Use simple present tense and simple past tense. Use simple adverbial phrases of time and place e.g. on Saturday, next week, at the bus station Use adjectives and intensifiers to add detail and interest Use capital letters, question marks and full stops in sentences.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 11 September 2025

Number of weeks: 38

Time: 11:00 - 12:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

First Steps in English (CAR25T042)

ESOL

This course is for learners with little experience of speaking, reading and writing English. The course helps you to speak with other people and be able to get help with everyday events and local facilities.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 12 September 2025

Number of weeks: 38

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 (CAR25S012)

English

Gain confidence and start to apply your English skills to everyday situations.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 2 September 2025

Number of weeks: 21

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Functional Skills English Level 1 (CAR25S013)

English

This English course will help you gain more understanding and confidence to use literacy skills effectively in daily life and the workplace. This course leads to a qualification that is widely recognised and useful as the basis for further study.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 3 (CAR25S005)

Maths

If you would like to become more confident with the basic maths skills you need to operate more effectively in everyday life and perhaps progress to further functional skills, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 15 September 2025

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Functional Skills Maths Level 1 (CAR25S003)

Maths

If you would like to equip yourself with the basic skills you need to operate confidently, effectively and independently in education, work and everyday life, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 17 September 2025

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Functional Skills Maths Level 1 (CAR25S007)

Maths

If you would like to equip yourself with the basic skills you need to operate confidently, effectively and independently in education, work and everyday life, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 23 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Functional Skills Maths Level 2 (CAR25S008)

Maths

If you would like to equip yourself with the basic skills you need to operate confidently, effectively and independently in education, work and everyday life, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

GCSE English (CAR25S009)

English

A key qualification giving you the opportunity to achieve a range of valuable skills in the study of English language.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 11 September 2025

Number of weeks: 32

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

GCSE Maths (CAR25S002)

Maths

This is a one year highly intensive course and is free to those who have not previously achieved a 9-4 (old A*- C) grade in GCSE maths. It would be ideal if you are seeking employment or career advancement, or wish to access higher education.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 16 September 2025

Number of weeks: 32

Time: 10:30 - 13:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course