Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Islington – The Courtyard Islington
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Islington. Classes run at The Courtyard Islington. This course develops your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at Entry Level 3. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes 2 years to complete. If you're working toward a GCSE English alternative, this functional skills english qualification is a recognised step in that direction.
Who this course is for
Students who need to further develop basic levels of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, including signs, forms, and short articles.
You'll write clearly for practical purposes such as notes, messages, and simple letters.
You'll spell common words and use basic punctuation correctly.
You'll speak clearly and listen carefully in everyday conversations and discussions.
You'll follow and give simple spoken instructions.
You'll identify the main points in a short piece of writing.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at The Courtyard Islington, with a mix of reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities. Assessment is through tasks set by Pearson Edexcel, covering all four skill areas. You'll complete written tasks and a spoken communication assessment. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can confirm Entry Level 3 is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Courtyard Islington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: reading labels, forms, and written instructions daily.
Care assistant: writing notes and communicating clearly with clients.
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions.
Receptionist or admin assistant: reading and responding to messages and forms.
Catering assistant: understanding written menus, rotas, and hygiene notices.
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written instructions and completing records.
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 qualification employers recognise as a GCSE English equivalent. Many jobs and further training courses ask for this level.
ESOL qualifications: if English is not your first language, an ESOL course can run alongside or instead of Functional Skills.
