Free Entry Level English Skills Course Course in Tower Hamlets – New City College Poplar 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 Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. This free english skills course for adults runs over 44 weeks, giving you time to build steadily without pressure. You'll develop your reading, writing, and communication skills at Entry Level 3. The course suits anyone balancing study with work, caring responsibilities, or other commitments. You'll sit an initial assessment so the centre can confirm the right level for you and plan your learning from there.

Who this course is for

19 plus

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts, including letters, forms, and short articles.
  • You'll write clearly for practical purposes such as messages, notes, and simple documents.
  • You'll spell common words correctly and use basic punctuation.
  • You'll listen and respond in everyday conversations and discussions.
  • You'll organise your ideas before writing to make your meaning clear.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom at New City College Poplar Campus. You'll learn through a mix of group activities, written tasks, and guided practice. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and written tasks that show what you can do. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar 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 - record-keeping and talking with clients and families
  • Retail assistant - reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative - reading instructions and completing paperwork
  • School support worker - communicating with staff, parents, and children

What you could study next

Once you complete this entry level english skills qualification, you can 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 course designed around that.

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