Free Entry Level 2 English Course in Pickering. Evening classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, so you can fit study around your week. The course builds your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills without a formal exam. It runs for around 55 hours part-time. You'll need an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point for you. You must not already hold an Entry Level 2 or higher English qualification.
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 2 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 everyday texts such as letters, forms, and notices.
You'll write clearly for common purposes, including messages and short notes.
You'll spell and punctuate familiar words correctly.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
You'll speak clearly to share information and ask questions.
You'll understand grammar used in simple, everyday English.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Atmosphere Centre for Young People during evening sessions. Assessment is portfolio-based rather than a formal exam. You'll build up evidence of your skills through written tasks, speaking and listening activities, and reading exercises completed during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is expected
Receptionist: reading, writing, and communication are core to the role
Care assistant: records and daily notes require confident English
Retail assistant: reading labels, writing messages, and talking to customers
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
Cleaner or catering assistant: following written instructions and signing in
What you could study next
Once you have your Entry Level 2 English Certificate, you could move on to:
City and Guilds Certificate in English Skills (Entry 3): the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a broader entry level english qualification that opens more job and training doors.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised equivalent to GCSE English, which many employers ask for.
