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Functional Skills English – City & Guilds accredited

Functional Skills English Functional Skills English develops practical reading, writing and communication skills to help learners express themselves clearly and confidently in everyday situations, further study and the workplace.

Yvonne – “Before starting Functional Skills English, I worried my writing wasn’t good enough and that I’d fall behind. But the small class put me at ease straight away. The tutor explained things clearly, and I began to enjoy reading and writing in a way I never had at school. Each week I felt more confident speaking up and expressing myself. If you’re thinking about improving your English skills, I’d say take the step.  It has changed how I feel about learning.”

This Course Includes:

Expert guidance

Guided learning sessions led by experienced tutors

Personalised learning

An individual learning plan tailored to your specific goals and skill level

Course focus

Reading; Writing; and Speaking and Listening.

Ongoing feedback

Informal assessments throughout the course to track your progress

Certification

Accredited qualification on completion of the course
  • Level

    Entry Level to Level 2

  • Cost

    Free

  • Location

    Congleton

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    About this course

    Functional Skills English qualifications are nationally recognised and designed to help you communicate clearly and confidently in everyday life, learning and work.

    This course focuses on the practical reading, writing and speaking skills we use all the time:  from understanding information and completing forms to writing emails, expressing ideas and taking part in discussions.

    Classes are informal, friendly and kept to a maximum of ten learners, giving you plenty of individual support in a relaxed environment where you can build confidence at your own pace

    Course Duration

    Courses will start week commencing 7th September 2026

    Entry levels 1 & 2 6 sessions

    Entry level 3 12 sessions

    Level 1 18 sessions

    Level 2 36 Sessions

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    Eligibility

  • Age
    You must be aged 19+ as of 31st August 2025
  • Initial Assessment
    All learners must complete an initial assessment prior to enrolment. This ensures you are placed in the class best suited to your current abilities
  • Formal Requirements
    There are no prior formal qualifications needed to apply
  • Skills you'll gain

    • Clear Writing - Learn to write effective emails, letters, forms, and workplace documents
    • Confident Communication - Build your speaking and listening skills through discussions and presentations
    • Reading for Meaning - Develop the ability to understand, interpret, and summarise information from different texts
    • Technical Accuracy - Strengthen your grammar, spelling, and punctuation to communicate clearly and professionally
    • Practical Problem‑Solving - Use your English skills to handle everyday tasks and workplace challenges with confidence