Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Richmond upon Thames

Cost£562.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, Monday and Thursday mornings through to early afternoon. The course runs for 36 weeks, part-time during the day, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. You'll build reading, writing, and communication skills at Entry Level 2. An initial assessment helps confirm this is the right level for you and shapes your learning plan.

Who this course is for

Functional Skills English Entry 2

Entry requirements

Complete an Initial Assessment via MS Forms or in hard copy. Return to Supported Learning. Attend an interview with a member of Supported Learning Team

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short texts used in everyday life.
  • You'll write clearly for simple, practical purposes.
  • You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
  • You'll follow and give simple spoken instructions.
  • You'll identify the main points in straightforward information.
  • You'll use English in everyday situations such as forms, messages, and notices.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Parkshot. Learning is practical and task-based, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is through a formal exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete an initial assessment before the course starts, using MS Forms or a paper copy, followed by an interview with the Supported Learning team.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant - clear written and spoken communication needed
  • Warehouse operative - reading instructions and completing forms
  • Care assistant - understanding and following written guidance
  • Retail assistant - reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Catering assistant - following written instructions and hygiene records
  • Cleaner or facilities operative - reading rotas and safety notices

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 3) - the next step up from Entry Level 2, building more complex reading and writing skills.
  • Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 - moves you toward a GCSE English alternative recognised by employers.
  • Functional Skills Maths (Entry Level 2 or 3) - develop numeracy skills alongside your English to strengthen your employment prospects.

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