Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Congleton. Classes run at Congleton Learning Centre, part-time during the day, over 38 weeks. There are no formal entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning from there. The course covers speaking and listening, reading, and writing, building practical English skills you can use every day. This free functional skills english course for adults is funded through the Adult Skills Fund for learners aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
Adults 19+. This course is ideal for anyone looking to improve their everyday English skills or to gain a Functional Skills qualification. Functional English provides the basis for effective communication and understanding across the three subject skill areas; speaking and listening, reading, and writing.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to access this course.
All prospective learners will need to complete an initial assessment. The assessment will give us an indication of your current level and learning needs. This will ensure that you are enrolled onto the correct level of Functional Skills. On completion we will either offer you a place on the course or discuss your options. Students must be aged 19+.
What you will learn
You'll develop speaking and listening skills for everyday situations.
You'll practise reading a range of texts and understanding their meaning.
You'll build writing skills, including forming clear sentences and communicating in writing.
You'll use English for practical problem-solving in real contexts.
You'll gain confidence communicating in everyday life, study, and work settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Congleton Learning Centre, taught in an informal adult-focused setting. Classes are part-time and run during the day. Assessment is through the City and Guilds Functional Skills framework, covering the three skill areas: speaking and listening, reading, and writing. Your initial assessment shapes how your learning is planned throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Congleton Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: clear written and spoken English is expected in most care roles.
Retail assistant: reading, writing, and communication are used daily on the shop floor.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork are part of the role.
Cleaner or catering assistant: many employers ask for basic English as a minimum.
School support worker: literacy skills are essential when working alongside children.
What you could study next
Once you've completed Entry Level 1, you can move through the Functional Skills levels at your own pace.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 2): the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 3): prepares you for Level 1 study.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Level 1): a solid foundation before Level 2.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Level 2): the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by many employers and colleges. This is the entry level functional skills english qualification that opens the most doors.
