Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Scarborough. Evening classes run at Scarborough TEC, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills in everyday contexts. It typically runs over around 10 months part-time. Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent; Entry Level 3 is a stepping stone toward that.
Who this course is for
Adults
Entry requirements
https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts used in everyday life, such as signs, forms, and instructions.
You'll write clearly for simple, familiar purposes, including notes, messages, and short letters.
You'll spell common words correctly and use basic punctuation.
You'll listen to and follow straightforward spoken information.
You'll speak clearly to communicate information and respond to questions in familiar situations.
You'll identify the main points and purpose of short written texts.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and part-time, with evening attendance at Scarborough TEC. You'll be assessed through tasks that reflect real reading, writing, and speaking and listening situations. Assessment is set and marked externally by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will work through the skills with you in class and help you prepare for each assessment component.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough TEC will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken communication is essential.
Care assistant: reading care plans and writing notes are daily tasks.
Retail assistant: handling written instructions and talking with customers.
Warehouse operative: reading labels, forms, and safety information.
Receptionist: writing messages and speaking confidently with visitors.
Catering assistant: following written instructions and communicating with colleagues.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, building on Entry Level 3 reading, writing, and communication skills.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English alternative that many employers and further education courses ask for. Completing Level 2 opens doors to a wide range of vocational qualifications and apprenticeships that require English at this standard.
