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Reading Skills - Entry 3
Code: WIZ0006382
Starting: Thursday 17 September 2026
Location: The Lauries
Partner: Wirral Lifelong Learning
Telephone: 0151 666 3330
Description
Subject to Initial Assessment(Please email our team on: lifelonglearning@wirral.gov.uk or call 0151 666 3330)
Designed to help learners working at Entry 3 improve their confidence and understanding of practical English skills for work and everyday life, developing strategies to use when completing any task requiring reading skills, such as decoding words, comprehension, vocabulary-building, and critical thinking.
Learners practise skimming, scanning, vocabulary in context, inference and practical understanding through a variety of real-life scenarios from texts such as:
- online shopping webpage
- marketplace advert
- job adverts
- school newsletter
- GP appointment letter
- energy bill and usage graph
How do I enrol:
Click the "Enrol Now" button or Call 0151 666 3330 for a paper based enrolment form
How much will it cost?
If you're unemployed, in receipt of benefits or earn less than £37144.00 annual gross salary, our courses are completely free. English, Maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages, Family Learning and Essential Digital Skills courses are free for Everyone.
If you are eligible to pay course fees, please contact 0151 666 3330 or visit https://www.wirral.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/adult-learning/fee-policy
What is next?
Our tutors will speak to you about your next step opportunities for further learning, volunteering, or employment.
You can also speak to the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900.
Needed Documents:
Please bring documents for proof of:
- National Insurance Number
- Address
- Earnings or Benefits
- Identification or Visa documentation
Time and duration
Start Date: 17 September 2026
Start Time: 10:00
Day: Thursday Morning
First Lesson Duration: 02:00 hrs
Total Weeks: 6
Location
The Lauries
142 Claughton Road
Birkenhead
Wirral
CH41 6EY