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Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Lambeth

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration11 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English and maths, whatever you earn. If you already have one, Lambeth London Borough Council lists a fee of £724. Contact Lambeth London Borough Council for more info.

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About this course

Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English Course in Lambeth. Classes run at High Trees Community Development Trust, part-time during the day. The course runs for 11 weeks. You'll develop your reading, writing, speaking, listening, and communication skills at Entry Level 1. The course is open to adults who live in Lambeth and are working toward Entry Level 1 in English. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right starting point for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

By the end of this course, you will be able to demonstrate the ability, at an appropriate level, to read, write speak, listen and communicate in English and you will also be able to apply this knowledge and these skills within specific situations.

Entry requirements

This course is open to adults who are resident in Lambeth and who are interested in this subject area. It is suitable for students who can read, write and communicate in English and are working towards Entry 1.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise reading simple texts and understanding their meaning.
  • You'll develop your writing skills for everyday situations.
  • You'll build your speaking and listening skills in structured activities.
  • You'll learn how to communicate clearly in familiar contexts.
  • You'll apply your English skills to real everyday tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at High Trees Community Development Trust. Sessions are part-time and run during the day. Learning is practical and task-based, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll be assessed through tasks and activities that reflect everyday situations. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. High Trees Community Development Trust will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many roles ask for basic English skills
  • Retail assistant: reading, writing, and communication are daily tasks
  • Cleaning operative: written instructions and forms are part of the role
  • Warehouse operative: basic English supports safety and record-keeping
  • Kitchen assistant: reading menus and labels is part of the job

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you could move on to Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English, then Entry Level 3, and eventually Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills English. Level 2 is recognised by employers as a GCSE equivalent in English. Each step builds on the last, so you progress at a pace that works for you.

Apply on lambeth.gov.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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