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Free Entry Level English Skills Course Course in Milton Keynes – MK Christian Foundation – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration8 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level English Skills classes in Milton Keynes. Classes run at MK Christian Foundation, with full-time daytime sessions over 8 months. This entry level english skills course is often taken alongside work-based training in areas like cycle maintenance, horticulture, catering, or childcare, giving you practical experience at the same time. You'll work toward an entry level english skills qualification that builds your reading, writing, and communication skills. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

This course is designed as a stepping stone for young people who would like to improve their maths skills in preparation for working towards the full Functional Skills Qualification.

Entry requirements

No entry requirements, however this is usually offered as part of one our enterprise work based training courses in cycle maintenance, horticulture, catering or childcare. Where you will gain valuable work experience as well as work towards qualifications in maths,english and employability.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your reading skills at Entry Level 2.
  • You'll practise writing clearly for everyday purposes.
  • You'll build your spoken communication and listening skills.
  • You'll work with words, sentences, and simple texts.
  • You'll use English in practical, real-world contexts linked to work and daily life.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions during the day. Learning is hands-on and practical, often connected to a work-based training programme. You'll be assessed through tasks and activities that reflect everyday English use. MK Christian Foundation will confirm the specific assessment format before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. MK Christian Foundation 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
  • Childcare worker: communication with children and families matters daily
  • Catering assistant: reading instructions and writing notes on the job
  • Horticulture or grounds worker: following written instructions and records
  • Retail assistant: serving customers and handling written tasks
  • Warehouse operative: reading labels, forms, and safety information

What you could study next

Once you complete this Award, you could move on to an Entry Level 3 English qualification, then work toward Functional Skills English Level 1 and Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised equivalent of a GCSE in English and is accepted by many employers and colleges. You could also combine English study with vocational qualifications in childcare, catering, or horticulture to strengthen your job prospects further.

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