Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Buckingham. Classes run at Furze Down School. This is a full-time daytime course, running over 24 months. You'll work on reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Entry Level 2. An initial assessment will confirm this is the right level for you and help plan your learning. Entry Level 2 sits below the GCSE english alternative route of Level 2, but it builds the foundation you need to progress.
Who this course is for
For Key Stage 4 pupils
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 familiar spoken situations.
You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken information.
You'll identify the main points from texts and conversations.
You'll use everyday vocabulary to express ideas in writing and speech.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Furze Down School through guided teaching and practice activities. Assessment is by external test, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening components. You'll need to pass each component to achieve the full qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Furze Down School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Entry Level 2 English builds foundational skills for further study rather than direct employment. Progressing to higher levels opens up roles such as:
