Entry Level English Course in Radstock – Bath College Somer Valley Campus
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 Bath College for more info.
Entry Level English (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) Course in Radstock. Classes run at Bath College Somer Valley Campus during the day, part-time, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This entry level english course builds the reading, writing, and communication skills you need to progress toward Functional Skills English. The course takes one year to complete. You'll sit an initial assessment so the centre can confirm the right level for you and plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Please contact us or visit our website to find out more.
What you will learn
You'll develop reading skills, including understanding everyday texts and written information.
You'll practise writing clearly for simple, familiar purposes.
You'll build skills in listening and responding in everyday situations.
You'll develop speaking skills for short, straightforward conversations.
You'll work with basic vocabulary and sentence structure in English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. Assessment is ongoing and practical, based on tasks and activities completed during the course. There is no formal written exam at Entry Level 1. Your tutor will assess your progress through the work you produce in class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bath College Somer Valley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: clear written and spoken English supports daily care work.
Retail assistant: reading, writing, and communication are used every day.
Warehouse operative: understanding written instructions and signage.
Cleaner or domestic support worker: following written schedules and instructions.
Kitchen assistant: reading labels, rotas, and basic food safety notices.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 Certificate in English (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills): the natural next step as your skills grow.
Functional Skills English Level 1: builds on Entry Level skills toward a nationally recognised Level 1 qualification.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised equivalent to GCSE English, accepted by employers and further education providers.
