Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Ipswich. Classes run at One Sixth Form College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening at Entry Level 2. The course runs over one year. An initial assessment will confirm this is the right level for you and help shape your learning plan. This entry level functional skills english course builds the English skills you need to move on to higher-level study or work.
Who this course is for
16-19
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 follow and respond to simple spoken instructions and questions.
You'll identify the main points in everyday written materials such as notices, signs, and forms.
How you will learn
You'll learn in the classroom at One Sixth Form College, with group sessions covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening. Assessment is through tasks set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. These include a written assessment and a speaking and listening assessment, completed when you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. One Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: reading labels, signs, and instructions at work.
Warehouse operative: following written safety notices and forms.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with colleagues and clients.
Catering assistant: reading menus, rotas, and basic instructions.
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written workplace instructions.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3): the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1: moves you toward the GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges accept.
Level 1 Functional Skills Maths: build your maths alongside your English for a stronger foundation for work or further study.
