English Functional Skills Entry Level

This course is designed to support students with their English Language development. You will be able to take this course if you have not achieved a grade 3 or above in GCSE English.

This course will help you gain skills and confidence in English. It will help you to prepare for GCSE English, further study and future employment.

Reading: 45-minute assessment in class which includes understanding the main points of text and showing how you can obtain specific information through detailed reading.

Writing: 50-minute assessment in class which includes planning, drafting and organising writing, and showing how you sequence writing logically and clearly.

Speaking, Listening and Communication: A teacher-assessed activity where you show you can follow the main points of discussion and use techniques to clarify and confirm understanding.

A range of 3-1 grades or no GCSE qualifications.

Students achieving Functional Skills Entry Level will be able to progress to a Level 2 course and GCSE English.