English - Functional Skills

• English Speaking and Listening skills for work and further study
• Reading for gist and specific information, understanding the writers’ intentions and distinguishing between fact and opinion
• Writing accurately and fluently for different audiences

• You will sit a short initial assessment of your reading and writing skills so that we can place you at the appropriate level
• Please bring any previous English certificates with you so that we can take your prior learning into account
• Please bring any previous English certificates with you so that we can take your prior learning into accoun

Functional skills English is assessed by examination. You will have a speaking and listening assessment, a reading exam and a writing exam. Students are entered when they are ready for assessment and there are numerous opportunities throughout the year.

You can progress to the next level of functional skills English or to GCSE English.

1 Year

English courses are free to adults who have not yet achieved a GCSE English at grade 4/C or above.