This course is designed for learners working at Level 1 and Level 2.
It is particularly suitable for individuals who do not currently hold a Level 2 qualification in English and would like to achieve a Functional Skills qualification. It is also ideal for those who may have previously gained a Level 2 qualification but feel that their current English skills are below that level.
We invite you to attend an information and advice session, where our experienced tutors will provide an overview of our English Functional Skills courses and support you in choosing the most appropriate option. If you have not previously attended one of our Functional Skills courses, you will be asked to complete a short skills assessment. This will help us ensure you are placed on a course that best suits your current ability.
During the session, tutors will explain the courses available and discuss your individual learning needs. Please note that you may be offered a place on a course at a different level or on a different day from the one you initially registered for, to ensure the best fit.
We kindly ask that you bring along any certificates or evidence of your existing Maths or English qualifications, as these will help inform our guidance.
Our Functional Skills courses are delivered across Telford in a range of community venues. Classes take place during school term time only, with both morning and afternoon sessions available. We offer four levels of English Functional Skills, from Entry Level 2 through to Level 2, with the opportunity to work towards a City & Guilds qualification. Learners can also progress between levels, building skills step by step up to Level 2.
Please note that you only need to register your interest for one Functional Skills English course. Our tutors will support you in selecting the most suitable course during your information session.
This course runs for 18 weeks.
This course will be on Wednesdays 09:15-12:00
Information session 09/09/2026
First teaching session 16/09/2026
PLEASE NOTE: Exams will be held at Bishton Court, Town Centre
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Learners must be aged 19 or over from 1st August 2026 to be eligible for this course. You are not eligible for this course if you have already achieved a Level 2 in English (that is an ‘O’ level grade C or above, CSE grade 1, GCSE grade C/4 or above, Functional Skills Level 2, Basic Skills or Skills for Life Level 2 or similar) unless a skills assessment confirms that your skills are not currently at that level.
If you already have an English or maths qualification and are unsure whether you are eligible to enrol onto a course, please come along to one of our information sessions and chat to the tutor who will check this with you.
Unfortunately, you will not be eligible to enrol on this course if you live in Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell, Dudley, Solihull or Birmingham.
Dawley Social Club
Dawley Social Club is located in King Street, Dawley. There is free car parking on site. The building is wheelchair accessible. The centre of Dawley is a short walk away with a variety of local shops.
Address: King St, Dawley, Telford, TF4 2AG
Phone: 01952 503353 Website: N/A
City & Guilds (C&G)
Feeling more confident and ready to keep learning?
At the end of your course, your tutor will support you in planning your next steps, whether that’s further study or moving towards work opportunities.
If you’d like to continue developing your English skills, you can progress through the levels up to Functional Skills English Level 2.
You can also explore more opportunities on Learn Telford, where we regularly update our courses throughout the year. We offer a variety of short taster courses in community settings across Telford, and when you feel ready, you can move on to an accredited course and work towards gaining a qualification.
Opening Hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Telephone: 01952 382888
Email: support@learntelford.ac.uk
Learn Telford Telford & Wrekin Council Wellington Civic & Leisure Centre 2nd Floor Telford TF2 2FH
