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BSL for Beginners

Level 1 British Sign Language Course
 

The next course in Banbury will be summer 2025. Join us for Level 2 Banbury in January 25 here
 

Join our 14-week BSL for Beginners course at Meadowbrook College Banbury, where you’ll learn British Sign Language (BSL) in a fun, supportive, and structured environment. Whether you're looking to communicate with Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or non-verbal individuals, or simply interested in exploring a new and expressive language, this course will give you a solid foundation to get started.
 

BSL is a visual language known for its expressive gestures, creativity, and humor. It's used by people of all backgrounds to connect, communicate, and build inclusive relationships in a fun and engaging way.

Course Overview:
 

Over the 14 weeks, you will build essential vocabulary, sentence structures, and grammar, allowing you to hold basic conversations. Our syllabus covers a range of practical topics, including:

  • Alphabet & Fingerspelling: Learn how to introduce yourself and spell names using BSL.

  • Numbers & Times: Master the signs for numbers, times, and dates.

  • Weather, Days & Months: Discuss the weather, time of day, and calendar events.

  • Animals & Colours: Learn how to sign animals and describe colours.

  • Transport & Directions: Sign transport modes and directions confidently.

  • Family, Descriptions & Clothing: Discuss family members, their appearance, and clothing.

  • Food & Drink: Sign about your favorite foods and beverages.

  • Home & Hobbies: Express activities at home and talk about your hobbies.
     

Course Information:

  • Duration: 14 weeks, 1 hour per week on Tuesday evenings.

  • Location: Meadowbrook College, Banbury (address: Meadowbrook College, Oxford Road, Banbury OX16 9HR)

  • Schedule: 7:00 PM weekly

  • Teaching Approach: Our engaging and interactive lessons are designed to help you build confidence in both receptive (understanding) and productive (signing) skills.

  • Tutor Expertise: All of our tutors are fully qualified with Signature certifications, providing you with practical exercises and tailored support throughout the course.
     

Why Choose This Course?
 

  • Supportive Learning Environment: Our friendly and welcoming atmosphere ensures you feel confident and supported from your very first lesson.

  • Comprehensive Resources: Gain access to a video library with vocabulary from each week, making it easy to review or catch up on missed lessons.

  • 60-Page Workbook: The course includes a detailed workbook where you can record notes, complete exercises, and track your progress, including tasks for written, receptive, and practical BSL skills.

  • Accredited Pathway: This course is structured according to Signature’s curriculum, the leading authority in BSL qualifications. It prepares you for the Level 1 exam, which is optional and charged separately. Your tutor will guide you if you wish to proceed with the exam.

  • Convenient Location: Meadowbrook College in Banbury offers a central and accessible venue for all students.

  • Community Connections: At Sign Together, we encourage learners to practice BSL with one another from the first session. Many of our students have gone on to form social groups. Our community of learners is a key part of what makes our courses so rewarding.
     

How to Book:

Are you ready to begin your BSL journey?

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Visit our courses FAQ page to answer any questions you may have.
 

Contact us today to express your interest. Our next course will be the summer of 2025 and our dates are not as yet finalised.
 

Refund Policy

We offer a 14-day refund policy, no questions asked.

Refund requests must be made no later than 14 days from purchase and before any purchased course has started.

This refund policy does not affect your statutory rights.

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