Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Darlington. Classes run at Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. The course runs full-time during the day and takes 12 weeks to complete. It covers reading, writing, and spoken communication at Level 1, and is the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by many employers and colleges. Open to adults aged 19 and over who live in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area.
Who this course is for
Anyone aged 19+ who needs an English qualification
Entry requirements
Aged 19+
Reside in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area and have the right to live and work in the UK and lived in the UK or EU continuously for the previous three years before the start of learning.
Any questions please contact us.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including everyday documents and information.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as letters, emails, and forms.
You'll use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling in your writing.
You'll listen and respond in spoken conversations and discussions.
You'll present information clearly when speaking to others.
You'll identify the main points and details in what you read and hear.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre, with daytime sessions across 12 weeks. Learning covers reading, writing, and spoken English through practical tasks and activities. Assessment is through a written exam and a spoken communication assessment, both set and marked externally by NOCN.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education at The Coleridge 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
Care assistant: reading records and communicating with clients and families
Retail sales assistant: writing, reading, and talking with customers daily
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety information
Receptionist: writing emails, taking messages, and speaking with visitors
Teaching assistant: supporting reading and writing activities in school
Administrator: drafting documents, forms, and correspondence
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE English equivalent accepted by employers and further education providers. Many job roles and college courses ask for Level 2 English.
GCSE English Language: available at some adult education centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
ESOL qualifications: if English is not your first language, an ESOL course may run alongside or instead of Functional Skills.
