Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Corby. Classes run at CKW Academy. You'll have an initial assessment at the start to confirm this is the right level and to plan your programme. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills in everyday contexts. At 75 hours, it's a focused full-time daytime commitment. An entry level functional skills english qualification is recognised by employers and colleges as a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2 English.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts used in everyday life.
You'll write clearly for familiar purposes, such as forms, messages, and short notes.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations and discussions.
You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in familiar situations.
You'll identify the main points in spoken and written information.
You'll use basic punctuation, spelling, and grammar in your writing.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at CKW Academy, with daytime sessions on a full-time timetable. Assessment for Functional Skills English at Entry Level 3 covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening. Each component is assessed separately. Reading and writing are assessed through tasks set by NCFE. Speaking and listening is assessed by your tutor through observed tasks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CKW Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: customer-facing role needing clear written and spoken English.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety notices.
Care assistant: completing records and communicating with colleagues and clients.
Cleaner or caretaker: following written instructions and completing basic paperwork.
Kitchen assistant: reading rotas, labels, and food safety notices.
Delivery driver's mate: reading delivery notes and communicating with customers.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English alternative. Level 2 is what most employers mean when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
GCSE English: available at some centres if you want the GCSE qualification specifically.
BTEC or vocational qualifications: many Level 1 and Level 2 vocational courses require or recommend Level 1 or Level 2 English alongside them.
