Programs/IESL
International English Standard Level (IESL)
English Language Program
The International English Standard Level (IESL) is an English language learning and assessment program designed to help students develop their English language skills through structured learning levels.
The program provides students with a clear learning pathway, allowing them to progress from foundational English skills toward higher levels of language proficiency.
Our IESL Levels
The IESL program is structured into progressive levels based on the learner’s English language ability.
Level 1 — Beginner
The Beginner level introduces students to the fundamentals of the English language.
Students develop basic skills in:
- Everyday English vocabulary
- Basic grammar
- Simple sentence formation
- Reading and writing fundamentals
- Basic listening comprehension
- Simple everyday communication
This level is designed for learners who are starting their English language journey or need to strengthen their basic foundations.
Level 2 — Elementary
The Elementary level builds upon the fundamentals learned at the Beginner level.
Students develop their ability to:
- Communicate in common everyday situations
- Understand basic conversations
- Read and understand simple texts
- Write clear sentences and short paragraphs
- Use essential grammar structures
- Expand their vocabulary
- Improve their listening and speaking skills
This level helps students become more comfortable using English in everyday communication.
Level 3 — Pre-Intermediate
The Pre-Intermediate level helps students move beyond basic English and develop greater confidence and independence in communication.
Students work on:
- More advanced grammar structures
- Expanded vocabulary
- Reading comprehension
- Listening comprehension
- Paragraph and short-form writing
- Everyday conversations
- Expressing opinions and ideas
- Improved speaking fluency
This level prepares students for more advanced English language learning.
How the IESL Program Works
Students progress through the IESL program according to their English language level.
Assessment
Students are assessed to determine their appropriate English level and learning needs.
Structured Learning
Students participate in English language classes designed around their assigned level.
Skills Development
The program focuses on developing the key areas of English.
Listening · Speaking · Reading · Writing · Grammar · Vocabulary
Level Completion
After completing the requirements of their level, students can receive a certificate recognizing their successful completion of the English language course.
Certificate
Students who successfully complete the requirements of their IESL level receive a Certificate of Course Completion.
Our certificates identify the student's completed level, providing formal recognition of their participation and achievement in the English language program.
Our Recent IESL Cohort
The latest IESL certificates demonstrate students completing different stages of the program, including Beginner (Level 1), Elementary (Level 2), and Pre-Intermediate (Level 3).
The certificates were issued for students who completed an English Language Course conducted at Winstar Academy of Sciences & Languages, Heliwa District, Mogadishu, Somalia, during March–September 2026.
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Why IESL?
The IESL program provides students with:
Whether you are beginning your English journey or looking to strengthen your existing skills, the IESL program provides a structured pathway for developing your English language abilities.
Learn. Improve. Progress.