Free Entry Level 1 English Course in Richmond. Evening english classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your week. The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Entry Level 1. It runs over 55 hours part-time. There are no exams; you're assessed through coursework instead. You must not already hold an Entry Level 1 or higher English qualification to be eligible. You'll need to be aged 19 or over, and funding eligibility will be confirmed at enrolment.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their English skills gain a qualification in English without having to take an exam.You must not have a current Entry 1 level or higher qualification.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment
What you will learn
You'll read and understand simple texts and everyday written information.
You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
You'll communicate clearly in familiar spoken situations.
You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken instructions and questions.
You'll build the English skills needed for everyday tasks at home and at work.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service during evening sessions. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than a formal exam. Your tutor will support you through each task and track your progress as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service 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: communication skills matter in every care setting
Retail assistant: reading, writing, and speaking with customers daily
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing basic paperwork
Cleaner or caretaker: understanding written rotas and safety notices
Kitchen assistant: following written instructions and communicating with staff
What you could study next
Once you've completed this entry level english course, you could move on to:
City and Guilds Certificate in English Skills (Entry 2): the next step up in reading, writing, and communication.
Entry Level 2 or Level 1 Functional Skills English: builds toward the Level 2 qualification that employers recognise as equivalent to a GCSE in English.
Entry Level 2 ESOL: if English is not your first language, ESOL courses continue at the same pace.
