Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Bude. Classes run at Bude Adult Education Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 22 weeks, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. This level 1 functional skills english course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at a level that helps in work and everyday life. It's a recognised step toward the GCSE english alternative that many employers accept. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the level is right for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
This course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including letters, forms, and articles.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as emails, notes, and short reports.
You'll spell, punctuate, and use grammar accurately in your writing.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly and confidently in discussions and exchanges.
You'll identify the main points and purposes in texts you read.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bude Adult Education Centre. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical tasks and exercises. Assessment is by externally set and marked tests, plus a portfolio or task-based component depending on the City and Guilds specification. Your tutor will prepare you for both the written test and any speaking and listening assessment before you sit them.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bude Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: written and spoken English used daily
Care assistant: documentation and communication are core to the role
Warehouse operative: reading labels, completing records accurately
Receptionist: emails, phone calls, and written messages
Teaching assistant: supporting learners requires clear communication
Administrator: everyday writing and reading tasks across most offices
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: the level that employers and colleges treat as a GCSE english equivalent. Many job applications and further training courses ask for this level.
GCSE English Language: available at some adult education centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Level 2 vocational qualifications: many courses in health and social care, business, or childcare ask for Level 1 English as a starting point.
