Free Entry Level 2 English Writing Skills Course in Grays

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 English Writing Skills Course in Grays. Classes run at TCHC Thurrock GAPS Centre, full-time during the day. The course runs for 60 hours and covers writing skills at Entry Level 2. You'll develop the ability to write clearly and accurately for everyday situations. Assessment covers writing as a standalone element. You must be enrolled on a vocational qualification at one of the GAPS centres to be eligible.

Who this course is for

Young people aged 16-18 (and 16-24 with an EHCP) who would like to gain a qualification in English.

What you will learn

  • You'll write sentences that are clear and make sense to the reader.
  • You'll use correct spelling for common everyday words.
  • You'll apply basic punctuation, including capital letters and full stops.
  • You'll organise your writing so it follows a logical order.
  • You'll write for practical purposes such as forms, notes, and short messages.
  • You'll understand how to match your writing to different situations and audiences.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at TCHC Thurrock GAPS Centre during the day. Learning is hands-on and practical, focused on writing tasks you'd use in everyday life and work. Assessment is through a written task that tests your writing skills directly. There is a separate assessment for the writing element of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. TCHC Thurrock GAPS Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: clear written communication is essential
  • Warehouse operative: writing skills support stock records and forms
  • Retail assistant: writing used for notes, labels, and basic admin
  • Care assistant: written records and daily logs are part of the role
  • Receptionist: writing skills needed for messages and basic correspondence
  • Kitchen assistant: writing supports food hygiene records and checklists

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 Award in English Skills (Writing): the next step up in writing, building on what you've covered at Entry Level 2.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: moves you toward the GCSE-equivalent level, recognised by employers and colleges.