Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Lincoln – St Francis Special School
CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Lincoln. Daytime classes run at St Francis Special School. You'll have an assessment during enrolment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course builds your reading, writing, and communication skills over 12 months. A functional skills english qualification at this level is a recognised step toward Level 1 and Level 2 English, which employers accept as a GCSE english alternative.
Who this course is for
The English Functional Skills course is designed to help build your skills and confidence in English so that you can progress either to the next level of English Functional Skills.
Entry requirements
You will be assessed during the enrolment process to check which Level of Functional Skills will suit your needs best.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, signs, and written information.
You'll write clearly for practical purposes such as forms, notes, and messages.
You'll spell common words and use basic punctuation correctly.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly to share information and ask questions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at St Francis Special School. Assessment is through a formal written exam and a speaking and listening assessment, both set and marked externally by NCFE. Your tutor will use the initial enrolment assessment to plan your learning and track your progress throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Francis Special School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for a basic English qualification
Retail assistant: written and spoken English used daily
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing records
Cleaner or caretaker: following written health and safety guidance
Kitchen assistant: reading rotas, labels, and food safety notices
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE english equivalent. Many job applications and further training courses ask for this level.
ESOL qualifications: if English is not your first language, an ESOL course may also suit your needs.
