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Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Sleaford

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Sleaford. Classes run at Sleaford The Old Fire Station on evenings, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. Around 55 hours of study in total.

The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Level 1. You'll work on understanding texts, structuring written communication, and expressing ideas clearly. This is the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by many employers. You'll need to be aged 19 as of 31 August 2026 and live in Greater Lincolnshire to be eligible.

You'll finish with an NCFE Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course is for Greater Lincolnshire residents only. To be eligible for this course: Aged 19 as of the 31/08/2026 Please contact the provider for more information about this course, where they will be able to help advise you and explain the components of this course. For more information please visit www.2aspire.org.uk as this can contain more detail. Thank you for your enquiry.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand a range of texts, including everyday documents and longer passages.
  • You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as letters, emails, and reports.
  • You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
  • You'll identify the main points and purpose of written material.
  • You'll speak and listen effectively in discussions and presentations.
  • You'll plan and organise your ideas before writing.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom setting during evening sessions. The course uses a mix of tutor-led teaching, group activities, and individual tasks. Assessment is through a written exam and a speaking and listening task. Both are set and marked externally by NCFE.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sleaford The Old Fire Station will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handles written and verbal communication daily.
  • Administrator, prepares documents, emails, and records.
  • Care assistant, communicates clearly with clients and colleagues.
  • Retail team member, reads instructions and writes reports.
  • Warehouse operative, follows written procedures and completes paperwork.
  • Receptionist, manages written correspondence and spoken enquiries.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2, the qualification employers recognise as equivalent to a GCSE in English.
  • GCSE English, if you want a traditional qualification for further study or work.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in health and social care, business, or customer service, many of which require Level 1 English as a starting point.
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