Level 2 Functional Skills English in Lambeth – Lambeth College Clapham Campus
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact South Bank Colleges for more info.
Functional Skills English Level 2 in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Clapham Campus, part-time during the day over 18 weeks. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. Some learners may study free, and fees may apply for others. This level 2 functional skills english course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening at a standard recognised by employers and further education providers as a GCSE english equivalent. It's a practical functional skills english qualification that fits around other commitments, with daytime sessions spread across the week.
Who this course is for
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L2 Functional Skills English (Edexcel) (Adult). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is G3ENG-L2FS-D-Y1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)
Entry requirements
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L2 Functional Skills English (Edexcel) (Adult). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is G3ENG-L2FS-D-Y1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth...
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including documents used in everyday life and work.
You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
You'll plan, draft, and check your written work.
You'll speak confidently and listen carefully in discussions and presentations.
You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling correctly in your writing.
You'll identify the main points and purpose of texts you read.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Lambeth College Clapham Campus. Learning covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening through tasks and activities. Assessment is by written exam and a speaking and listening assessment, both set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll sit the assessments when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth College Clapham Campus 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
Administrator or office clerk: emails, letters, and reports all require Level 2 English
Care assistant: documentation and communication with clients and families
Retail supervisor: writing rotas, emails, and handling complaints
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils requires confident reading and writing
Warehouse or logistics coordinator: completing records and safety documentation
What you could study next
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen subject: many Level 3 courses ask for a GCSE english equivalent or functional skills english certificate as an entry requirement. Completing this course opens those doors.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: if you want to study at university, an Access course typically requires Level 2 English as a starting point.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: pair your english qualification with a maths qualification that employers and colleges also recognise.
