Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Barnsley. Classes run at Wombwell Community Education Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 36 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course builds your reading, writing, and speaking skills from the ground up. It's a starting point for adults working toward a functional skills english qualification and, in time, a GCSE english alternative that employers and colleges accept. You'll have an information, advice, and guidance session before you start, so the centre can make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Anyone. Please contact us for more information.
Entry requirements
An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.
What you will learn
You'll read simple texts and understand their main points.
You'll write short pieces for everyday purposes, such as notes and messages.
You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
You'll listen to and follow simple spoken instructions.
You'll speak clearly to share information in straightforward situations.
You'll identify the purpose of different types of text.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Wombwell Community Education Centre. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, listening, and communication. Assessment is through tasks and activities set by City and Guilds. You'll complete a short initial assessment before the course begins so the centre can confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wombwell Community Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: reading and writing are needed for care records.
Retail assistant: everyday English supports customer communication.
Warehouse operative: written instructions and forms are part of the role.
Cleaner or caretaker: basic written English helps with safety sign-off sheets.
Kitchen assistant: reading menus, labels, and hygiene notices.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2: the natural next step after Entry Level 1, building on the same skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: moves you closer to Level 1 and eventually the GCSE english equivalent.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step up, preparing you for Level 2.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification recognised as a GCSE english alternative by employers and colleges.
