Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Rugby – Hill Street Youth & Community Centre
CostFREE
Duration10 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Rugby. Classes run at Hill Street Youth & Community Centre, with daytime sessions spread over 10 months at a manageable part-time pace. You'll cover reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Level 1. No entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can confirm the right level for you and plan your learning from there. Functional Skills Level 1 is a stepping stone toward Level 2, the recognised GCSE English equivalent.
Who this course is for
Adult learners who do not already have a Level 1 English qualification.
Entry requirements
None. We will conduct an initial assessment to ensure you work towards the correct level of qualification.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including everyday documents and longer passages.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as letters, emails, and short reports.
You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling accurately at Level 1 standard.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in straightforward situations.
You'll speak clearly and take part in discussions on familiar topics.
You'll identify the main points and purpose of texts you read.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Hill Street Youth & Community Centre, working through reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Assessment is by a formal written exam and a separate speaking and listening assessment, both set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will prepare you for both components during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hill Street Youth & Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for Level 1 or Level 2 English
Retail assistant: reading, writing, and communication used daily
Warehouse operative: written instructions and record-keeping required
Receptionist: clear written and spoken English essential
Customer service advisor: written and verbal communication central to the role
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for Level 2 English, so this is the natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE English Language: available at some colleges if you prefer the traditional qualification route.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in health and social care, business administration, or childcare often require Level 2 English alongside them.
