This online course is for learners who can communicate independently in many everyday situations but would like to improve their fluency, accuracy and confidence. Learners will develop the English needed for more complex conversations, employment, education and active participation in the community. The course will help learners express ideas clearly, understand longer texts and communicate appropriately in different situations.
Learners will need reliable internet access and a device with a camera and microphone.
This course develops the key language skills you need to communicate confidently and prepare for exams:
– Grammar
– Speaking and listening
– Idiomatic language
– Reading and writing
– Exam preparation
– Family and relationships
– Science and innovation
– Travel and tourism
– Technology
– Culture and society
– Business and the workplace
– Education systems
– Leisure activities
– Feelings and emotions
– Health and fitness
– No exams! Instead of formal testing, we use regular in-class assessments so you always understand your progress and learning level.
– After each lesson, you’ll receive vocabulary and grammar summaries to review at home, helping you reinforce what you’ve learned.
– We revisit key topics in future lessons to ensure strong retention and real progress.
– Read and understand complex texts with confidence
– Communicate clearly in professional, academic, and social settings
– Listen and respond to detailed explanations and multi-step instructions
– Write effectively for different purposes (e.g. emails, reports, letters)
– Prepare for further study, work, or volunteering in the UK
– Live in West Berkshire
– Are UK citizens, have Settled Status, or are entitled to UK public funds
– Can provide a Biometric Visa and proof of address
Asylum seekers must have lived in the UK for at least six months before enrolling.
If you’re unsure about your eligibility, please contact us – we’re here to support you.
Indicative level: Entry 3 to Level 1
Approximate CEFR level: B1 to B2
Format: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Day and time: Thursday 18:30 – 20:00
Start/end date: 17/09/2026 – 20/05/2027
📚 Learners will need to purchase a workbook and coursebook.
🕒 Weekly, engaging lessons led by experienced teachers.