Free Level 1 English Skills course in Farnborough. Classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, with daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. The course runs over 36 weeks part-time, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Level 1. A free english skills course for adults who want to strengthen their English in a structured, supported setting.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including everyday documents and written information.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as letters, forms, and short reports.
You'll develop your spelling, punctuation, and grammar at Level 1.
You'll practise speaking and listening in formal and informal situations.
You'll build your ability to follow and give instructions clearly.
You'll learn to identify the main points in spoken and written English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Farnborough College of Technology. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through group work, discussion, and written tasks. Assessment is through coursework and tasks completed during the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the course can be matched to the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology 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
Receptionist: reading, writing, and communication skills used daily
Care assistant: documentation and communication are core to the role
Retail assistant: reading instructions and writing records required
Warehouse operative: reading safety signs and completing paperwork
Teaching assistant: supporting literacy in classroom settings
Administrator: writing emails, letters, and handling documents
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in English Skills (City and Guilds): the next step up, and the level recognised as equivalent to a GCSE grade 4 in English. Useful for jobs and further study that ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Functional Skills English Level 2: another Level 2 English qualification widely accepted by employers and colleges.
GCSE English Language: available at some colleges for those who want the GCSE itself.
