If you would like to improve your English, have you considered enrolling on a free Functional Skills English course? We offer Entry Levels 1, 2 and 3, Level 1 and Level 2 courses.
Functional Skills English is a 12 week programme that can help build your confidence and develop your reading, writing and speaking & listening skills.
Some of the topics that will be covered include:
- How to communicate information, ideas and opinions clearly and effectively
- How to adapt communication style to suit the audience
- Conveying in written format ideas and opinions coherently and effectively
We will support you through this development journey working towards passing the accredited Functional Skills English qualification.
Functional Skills English Entry Level Courses
The purpose of Functional Skills English Entry Level qualifications is to demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, listen and communicate in English, and to apply this knowledge and these skills in familiar situations.
Entry Level English qualifications are ideal for learners wishing to develop practical, transferable skills in English in order to work confidently, effectively and independently in life.
Each course has the following components:
• Reading• Writing• Speaking, Listening and Communicating
We will assess which level is right for you by using an online assessment.
Initial Assessments
If you’re not sure which course is right for you, we offer a free assessment tool to help your progress and to guide you to the appropriate level.
Jump to Course Information:
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Introduction to Functional Skills EnglishEvening course available
This short introductory course is for learners who are considering enrolling onto the Functional Skills accredited course. This course will give an overview of the programme, including course content and the input required from the learner.
Date Time Venue Registration Link Registration
Deadline19th August 2025 10.00-11.00 Gwynneth Morgan Centre, SW18 2HJ REGISTER HERE 14th August 2025 20th August 2025 13.00-14.00 Online via Google REGISTER HERE 14th August 2025 -
3rd September 2025 (evening) 18.00-19.00 Online via Google REGISTER HERE 29th August 20252025 - Back
Preparation for Functional Skills English
Weekly classes
This short course is designed for individuals who either want to enrol in a full Functional Skills program or simply want to refresh their basic English skills. Over four weekly, hour-long classes, you can participate in this standalone course to rebuild your skills or to prepare for the longer programme. The course will cover:
- Punctuation
- Language Features
- Importance of sentence structure
You will develop a foundation in these essential skills, enabling you to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts or to prepare for further education where a Functional Skills qualification is required to progress.
Date Time Venue Registration Link Registration
DeadlineNew dates for September 2025 to be announced TBA Online via Google REGISTER HERE Closed Functional Skills English Entry 1 Course
Weekly classes
Date Time Venue Registration Link Registration
DeadlineNew dates for September 2025 to be announced TBA Gwynneth Morgan Centre, SW18 2HJ REGISTER HERE Closed Functional Skills English Entry 2 Course
Weekly classes
Date Time Venue Registration Link Registration
Deadline8th September-1st December 2025 10.00-12.00 Wandsworth Library, 9 Courthouse Way, SW18 4QG REGISTER HERE 2nd September 2025 Functional Skills English Entry 3 Course
Weekly classes
Date Time Venue Registration Link Registration
Deadline9th September-2nd December 2025 10.00-12.00 Gwynneth Morgan Centre, SW18 2HJ/Online REGISTER HERE 3rd September 2025 Functional Skills English Level 1 Course
Weekly classes
Evening course available
Date Time Venue Registration Link Registration
Deadline10th September-3rd December 2025 13.00-15.00 Online via Google REGISTER HERE 4th September 2025 Functional Skills English Level 2 Course
Evening course available. Weekly classes.
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Date Time Venue Registration Link Registration
Deadline10th September-3rd December 2025 (evening) 18.00-20.00 Online via Google REGISTER HERE 4th September 2025 1th September-4th December 2025 10.00-12.00 Online via Google REGISTER HERE 5th September 2025 - Back
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t: 0208 8718055
e: edlifelong@richmondandwandsworth.gov.ukThese courses are free for those who meet all the following funding requirements :
– you live in a London /Greater London Borough*
– you are not in full time education
– you have not achieved this qualification before
– you are aged 19 or older on 31st August 2023
-Have permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months from the first day of learning
If you don’t have permission to live in the UK for 12 months from the first day of learning there are exemptions which can be discussed with the IAG advisor that will contact you.
*There are occasions when funding is available for learners who don’t live in a London borough. Email edlifelong@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to find out if this applies to you.