Pre Entry

Guidance for the ESB Pre-Entry Level Award in Speech The ESB Pre-Entry Level Award in Speech develops learners’ core speaking, reading, listening, and responding skills. The qualification is comprised of four assessment activities, which are graded by an ESB assessor. These activities are:

 Talk (Something Special) – Give a talk about a favourite toy or item (2 minutes).

 Speaking by Heart – Briefly introduce and recite a short poem from memory (1 minute).

 Reading Aloud – Read a prepared passage of about 100 words from a favourite story (1 minute).

 Speaking and Listening – Briefly answer questions and make comments based on the work of others.

For further information about each of the assessment requirements, please check the qualification specification.

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