Free Entry Level English (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) Course in Wandsworth. Classes run at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year, giving you time to build your English skills at a manageable pace. It covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Entry Level 2. You'll work toward an entry level english qualification that prepares you for Functional Skills English. An initial assessment will confirm this is the right level for you and help plan your learning.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop your reading skills, understanding everyday texts and simple written information.
You'll practise writing clearly for everyday purposes, such as short messages and forms.
You'll build your speaking and listening skills in everyday situations.
You'll learn to follow and give simple instructions and explanations.
You'll work with basic vocabulary and grammar to communicate more confidently in English.
You'll prepare for the step up to Functional Skills English Level 1.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre. Learning is delivered in small, structured lessons covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is ongoing through coursework and tasks completed during the course. There is no formal written exam at this level. Your progress is assessed through the work you produce in class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre 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: written records and verbal communication required
Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, talking with customers
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing forms
Cleaner or caretaker: reading safety notices and completing basic paperwork
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: the next step up from this Entry Level 2 english stepping stones to functional skills qualification.
Functional Skills English Level 1: moves you closer to the GCSE-equivalent level and opens more job and training options.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised equivalent to GCSE English, accepted by many employers and colleges as an entry requirement.
