Kris Razeuskis
Kris Razeuskis is studying ESOL Level 2 and 3 at Kensington and Chelsea College in West London. When he arrived in the UK from Latvia three months ago Kris spoke very little English. However the teenager was determined to continue his education and go to university so decided to enrol on a three-day a week ESOL course.
Kris, 16, said: 'I only knew a little bit of English when I came to the UK and realised without learning the language I wouldn't be able to study and go to university. To help me continue my studies from Latvia I chose the ESOL course at Kensington and Chelsea College, which has made me more confident in speaking and writing English. I can also read and understand the language much better. I have learnt a lot on the course and the tutors have a very nice attitude and help the students.'
'We normally start each class by talking about our homework and going through it. We then talk about a subject we haven't discussed before. The subjects cover all kinds of things from talking about what there is to do in London to making a hospital appointment. We also learn how to explain any issues or problems we are having to other people. There is also a lot of role play so we get use to dealing with different situations.'
'In Latvia the level of English I was learning was not as good as what I am learning now so I have progressed a lot. For example I am better at picking out spelling grammar mistakes which I couldn't really do before. In class we're always practising English on each other. In fact I'm always practising my English. Even when I am outside of class I will speak English around the college with my friends so we can get better.'
'Everyone at the college is very friendly and I'm really enjoying my course. I'm not sure yet what I want to do at the college after the ESOL course but I would like to eventually get on a Business and Management Degree at university.'
