Free Entry Level English Skills Course Course in Loughton – Epping Forest Campus

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level English Skills Course in Loughton. Classes run at Epping Forest Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 44 weeks, giving you time to build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at a steady pace. Daytime classes work well if you have other commitments during evenings or weekends. 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.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts, such as letters, forms, and notices.
  • You'll write clearly for practical purposes, including short messages and simple documents.
  • You'll spell common words and use basic punctuation correctly.
  • You'll listen and respond in everyday conversations and discussions.
  • You'll speak clearly to share information and ask questions.
  • You'll identify the main points in spoken and written English.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Epping Forest Campus. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday texts and real communication tasks. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will track your progress throughout and support you at each stage.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Epping Forest Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant - clear written and spoken English is essential
  • Receptionist - reading, writing, and communication used daily
  • Care assistant - accurate record-keeping and speaking with clients
  • Retail assistant - reading instructions, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative - reading safety signs and completing paperwork
  • School support assistant - supporting children requires confident English

What you could study next

Once you complete this entry level english skills qualification, you could move on to:

  • Functional Skills English Level 1 - the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2 - the recognised equivalent to a GCSE in English, accepted by employers and colleges.
  • ESOL qualifications - if English is not your first language and you want a qualification focused on language learning.

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