Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Bexhill. Classes run at St Mary's School & 6th Form College on a full-time daytime basis. No prior knowledge or qualifications are needed to start. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening at Entry Level 1, building the English skills that employers and further education look for. It takes around 55 guided hours to complete. This is a solid starting point if you want to progress through the functional skills english qualification levels toward a GCSE english alternative at Level 2.
Who this course is for
Students must attend St Mary's School & 6th Form College on a full time basis to access this course.
Functional Skills qualifications provide reliable evidence of a learner’s achievements against demanding content that is relevant to the workplace. The qualifications assess learners’ underpinning subject knowledge and their ability to apply this knowledge to different contexts. They provide a foundation for progression to employment and further technical education, and they help learners to develop skills for everyday life.
Entry requirements
No prior knowledge, understanding, skills or qualifications are required before learners register for this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, straightforward texts on familiar topics.
You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
You'll communicate clearly in everyday spoken conversations.
You'll listen and respond to simple spoken instructions and information.
You'll apply English skills to practical, real-world situations relevant to work and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at St Mary's School & 6th Form College full-time during the day. Assessment is through tasks that test your ability to read, write, speak, and listen in practical contexts. The Pearson Edexcel assessment covers all four skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll be assessed when you and your tutor agree you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Mary's School & 6th Form College 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.
Retail sales assistant: reading instructions and writing notes on the job.
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions.
Care assistant: communicating with clients and completing basic records.
Catering assistant: reading menus, labels, and workplace instructions.
Receptionist or admin assistant: writing messages and understanding documents.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 2): the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 3): takes you closer to Level 1 and the GCSE english alternative route.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE equivalent that many employers and colleges ask for.
