Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Andover – Sparsholt College Andover Campus
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration66 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start22 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Sparsholt College for more info.
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English Course in Andover. Classes run at Sparsholt College Andover Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 66 hours, giving you time to build your skills at a manageable pace. You'll develop your reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills in everyday English. This functional skills english qualification is a recognised gcse english alternative accepted by many employers and colleges. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
See website.
Entry requirements
See website.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, including signs, forms, and short documents.
You'll write clearly for everyday purposes, such as messages, notes, and simple letters.
You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly in your writing.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in straightforward situations.
You'll speak clearly to share information and express your views.
You'll follow and give simple instructions using spoken and written English.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Sparsholt College Andover Campus, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday texts and real tasks. Assessment is through a written test and a speaking and listening task, both set by City and Guilds. You'll complete these when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sparsholt College Andover Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - clear written and spoken English is essential
Care assistant - reading records and communicating with clients and families
Retail assistant - handling written instructions, labels, and customer queries
Warehouse operative - reading safety signs, forms, and delivery notes
Receptionist - writing messages and communicating clearly with visitors
Classroom support assistant - supporting teachers with reading and writing tasks
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1 - the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 2 - the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
GCSE English Language - a formal qualification if you want to progress to further study or higher-level training.
