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Functional Skills English - Sixth Form | Entry 1 to Level 2

Functional Skills English course for 16–19 year olds in London to help you gain confidence and prepare for future study or work.

Overview

Build Confidence in English and Communication and Gain Qualifications to Support Your Future

ELATT’s Functional Skills English course helps Sixth Form students aged 16–19 (or 19+ with an EHCP) develop everyday English for life, work, and further study.

You’ll build confidence in reading, writing, speaking and listening, and gain a nationally recognised qualification. With small class sizes, one-to-one support, and expert tutors, we offer a friendly and inclusive environment tailored to your individual needs, ideal for students who need an alternative to GCSE English.

Functional Skills English and Maths are studied as part of your Sixth Form study programme at ELATT.
They complement your main vocational course and help you build essential skills for further learning and employment.

Course Details

Entry Levels 1 - 3, Levels 1 - 2

Beginner to Intermediate

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September - July

Duration

12 Hours

Hours per week

9.30am - 4.30pm

Daytime study

In Person Classes

Environment

What you will learn

  • Write in full sentences and follow basic instructions.
  • Identify key points in simple texts.
  • Practise everyday reading and writing tasks.
  • Build foundational grammar and vocabulary.
  • Learn in a small group with extra learning support.

Entry Requirements

  • No formal qualifications are needed. This course is ideal for students starting their journey into business, administration, or retail.
September - July

Duration

12 Hours

Hours per week

9.30am - 4.30pm

Daytime study

In Person Classes

Environment

What you will learn

  • Learn to write about the past and future.
  • Link ideas in sentences and write more clearly.
  • Develop reading and writing skills for formal settings (e.g. forms, letters).
  • Progress towards Entry Level 3 English skills.

Entry Requirements

  • Ideally suited for students who have completed Level 1 or have equivalent experience.
September - July

Duration

12 Hours

Hours per week

9.30am - 4.30pm

Daytime study

In Person Classes

Environment

What you will learn

  • Organise sentences into clear paragraphs.
  • Use different writing styles for different purposes.
  • Develop longer, more complex writing and improve sentence structure.
  • Analyse how English changes in different contexts.

Entry Requirements

  • Students should have completed Level 2 or demonstrate strong academic readiness and communication skills.
September - July

Duration

12 Hours

Hours per week

9.30am - 4.30pm

Daytime study

In Person Classes

Environment

What you will learn

  • Practise genres of writing needed for work and further study.
  • Strengthen your grammar, structure, and vocabulary.
  • Build confidence in formal reading, writing, and discussions.
  • Prepare for Level 2 or further education.

Entry Requirements

  • Students should have completed Level 2 or demonstrate strong academic readiness and communication skills.
September - July

Duration

12 Hours

Hours per week

9.30am - 4.30pm

Daytime study

In Person Classes

Environment

What you will learn

  • Learn the reading and writing skills needed for employment or college.
  • Adapt grammar and vocabulary for different genres and audiences.
  • Practise formal presentations and group discussions.
  • Prepare for GCSE English, apprenticeships or higher education.

Entry Requirements

  • Students should have completed Level 2 or demonstrate strong academic readiness and communication skills.

Not sure which level is right for you?

Speak to an advisor to find your best starting point.

How You'll Learn

Our courses are interactive and career-focused:

Small groups with tutor support

Real-world activities to practise speaking, listening, reading, and writing

One-to-one support and SEND learning support if needed

Group work, presentations and enrichment workshops

Sixth Form students aged 16–19, or 19+ with an active EHCP

Students looking to gain an English qualification outside of traditional school routes

Students looking for an alternative to GCSE English

Young people who want to improve their English for life, study or work

Learners who benefit from small group teaching and personalised support

Students who are studying a vocational course at ELATT will complete Functional Skills English/Maths as part of their full study programme.

Gain a recognised qualification

valued by employers

Hands-on learning

with real projects and practical skills

Free, career-focused training

delivered by expert tutors

Holistic support

including wellbeing services, mentoring, and job guidance

Progression and Career Opportunities

Depending on your starting level, you’ll be prepared for:

  • Progress to the next Functional Skills English level or GCSE English
  • Gain qualifications to access vocational courses, apprenticeships
  • Improve your employability with stronger communication skills or entry-level employment
  • Get support to explore career or volunteering pathways

Career Potential

The 3D design and animation field includes careers such as computer games developer with a starting salary of £19,500, rising to £59,000 as a senior developer, producer or technical director.

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Take the first step toward your admin career.

Gain your Functional Skills English qualification in a supportive, inclusive learning environment as part of your study programme.

Hear From Our Students

Meet Salma

Occupation: Office Administrator

This course has helped me a lot. Before I used to be worried about applying for work as I thought I would get rejected. Now I have much more confidence. I made new friends and I am able to communicate with others with greater confidence. I am now working in a job that I enjoy very much.

Salma

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Ready to take the next step?

Start building your future with ELATT’s Entry Level 1 to Level 2 Functional Skills English Sixth Form course