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English - Functional Skills - Ipswich

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Entry levelStepping stonesFunctional Skills1 yearPart time

What the college says

The Adult Maths and English department offers a range of high-quality teaching options to suit all expectations and lifestyles:Daytime ClassesOur face to face classes suit those who prefer to study in-class on a weekly basis. These classes run for 16 weeks (term time only) and each is 3 hours in duration.For those that are not able to study in a classroom we also offerFully Online ClassesThe fully online course is designed for students wishing to achieve a functional skills qualification without the requirement of attending a face to face class. These courses run for 12 weeks and can be studied from the comfort of your own home, however will require you to have access to, and the ability to use a digital device such as a computer, laptop. or tablet with access to the Microsoft Teams application via the internet (the examinations will take place at your nearest West Suffolk College Community and Business Centre).

What you need to get on

There are no formal requirements, but the results of initial assessments will be taken into account when deciding on the qualification and level for which you will be entered.If you are applying for an online class, you must already have a Level 1 or your initial assessment should indicate that you are L1 or above. You must also have a laptop or desktop with a camera and microphone to be able to join the online class.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A supported starting point if exams have not gone well yet.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Ipswich Learning Centre

    Ipswich Learning Centre, Fraser House 23 Museum Street, Ipswich, IP1 1HN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Ipswich

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