Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Epsom – NESCOT

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDay or block release
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Epsom. Classes run at NESCOT, part-time over one year. This level 1 functional skills english course covers reading, writing, and communication skills you use in everyday life and work. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a Functional Skills English Level 1 Certificate is a recognised step on that path. You'll have an initial assessment so NESCOT can confirm the right level for you and plan your learning.

Who this course is for

Please see the college website at http://www.nescot.ac.uk

Entry requirements

Please see the college website at http://www.nescot.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand texts used in everyday life and work.
  • You'll write clearly for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling accurately in your writing.
  • You'll listen and respond to spoken information and instructions.
  • You'll speak clearly and contribute to discussions in practical contexts.
  • You'll identify the main points and details in written and spoken material.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at NESCOT on a part-time, daytime or block-release timetable. Assessment is through written tasks and speaking and listening activities. You'll be assessed on your ability to read, write, and communicate in real contexts. There is no formal exam in the traditional sense; tasks are set and marked as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. NESCOT 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 colleagues and clients
  • Retail assistant: handling written instructions, emails, and customer queries
  • Warehouse operative: reading safety notices and completing paperwork
  • Receptionist: writing messages, emails, and greeting visitors
  • Teaching assistant: supporting learners requires confident literacy skills

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the GCSE English equivalent recognised by most employers and further education colleges. The natural next step after Level 1.
  • GCSE English (resit): available at many colleges if you want the GCSE grade itself rather than the Functional Skills route.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require Level 1 or Level 2 English as an entry condition.

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