Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Scarborough – Scarborough TEC

CostFREE
Duration298 days
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough TEC. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around family, work, or other commitments. This entry level functional skills english course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening at the most accessible level. It runs over approximately 10 months. You'll work toward a Pearson Edexcel qualification that gives you a recognised starting point for building your English skills.

Who this course is for

Adults

Entry requirements

https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand simple texts and signs.
  • You'll write basic words, phrases, and short sentences.
  • You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
  • You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in familiar situations.
  • You'll recognise and use everyday vocabulary in reading and writing tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Scarborough TEC, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through tasks set by Pearson Edexcel, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening. You'll complete these tasks as part of the course rather than in a single exam sitting. Before you start, you'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough TEC will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers ask for basic English skills
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and safety signs
  • Cleaner or caretaker: reading rotas and basic written communication
  • Kitchen assistant: understanding written recipes and hygiene notices

What you could study next

Once you complete this course, you can move up through the Functional Skills English levels.

  • Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English: builds on reading, writing, and communication at a slightly higher level.
  • Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: the step before Level 1, covering more detailed texts and structured writing.
  • Level 1 Functional Skills English: a solid foundation for most workplaces and further study.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills English: the recognised equivalent to a GCSE English pass, accepted by employers and colleges.

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