Free Entry Level English Skills Course Course in Hackney – New City College Hackney 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 Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney 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 make sure this is the right level for you. 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 everyday purposes, including notes and short messages.
  • You'll spell common words correctly and use basic punctuation.
  • You'll listen and respond in everyday conversations and discussions.
  • You'll speak clearly to share information and express your views.
  • You'll identify the main points in spoken and written material.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at New City College Hackney Campus. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical tasks and activities. Assessment is through coursework and tasks completed during the course. There is no formal written exam. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the 44 weeks and give you feedback to help you improve.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney 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 skills used daily
  • Care assistant: writing records and communicating with colleagues and clients
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
  • Classroom teaching assistant: supporting pupils with reading and writing tasks

What you could study next

Once you complete this Award, you could move on to a higher level of english skills qualification.

  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: develops the same skills at a structured level recognised by many employers.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, and a route toward Level 2.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification recognised as equivalent to a GCSE in English, which many employers ask for.

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