Functional skills: English level 2

An accredited functional skills English course at Level 1 which focuses on the practical application of English skills in every day situations. 

How to enrol

To enrol on this course you need to attend our job club

Contact us to arrange an assessment.

The course is broken down to 3 elements, Reading, Writing and Speaking ans listening. There will be an exam for each section. you will need to pass all sections to gain the qualification.

Entry requirements

BKSB English Assessment

Learners must meet eligibility criteria.

Teaching method

Classroom and remote based learning.

Feedback and discussion during the lesson. 

This could be done using questioning techniques, worksheets, games or quizzes. 

Learners record personal notes in workbook (optional).

Practise exam questions and assignments . 

 

How is your progress checked

Ongoing tracking through marked tasks.

Assessment

Ongoing tracking through marked tasks and pracitse exams.

Next steps

Notebook and pen

More information

This is an accredited course.  Following successful exams in all areas you will gain a qualification.

Learners can progress on to functional skills English level 2.

Course details

Start date: Thursday 18 September 2025
When:
Thursday 10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration: 37 weeks
Full fee: Free
Concessionary fee: Free
Location: Bracknell Open Learning Centre

Contact information

Community Learning Team

Email: community.learning@bracknell-forest.gov.uk for course information

Email: olc@bracknell-forest.gov.uk for room hire

Phone: 01344 354220