Free Level 1 English Skills course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, part-time during the day. The course runs over approximately seven months, giving you time to build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at a manageable pace. A level 1 english skills qualification is recognised by employers across a wide range of sectors. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Adults
Entry requirements
https://grimsby.ac.uk/adults/
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.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly and communicate ideas in discussions and conversations.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Grimsby Institute during the day. Learning is delivered face to face, with group activities, discussion, and written tasks. Assessment is through coursework and tasks completed during the course, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute 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 talking with clients and colleagues
Retail assistant: handling written information and serving customers
Administrator: emails, forms, and written records at every level
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety notices
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English: the GCSE-equivalent qualification, recognised by employers when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent. A natural next step after Level 1.
City and Guilds Certificate in English Skills Level 2: builds directly on this qualification and opens doors to further training and employment where Level 2 English is required.
