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Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 1)

at West Lancashire Community High School, Skelmersdale · school or sixth form

Entry levelStepping stonesFunctional Skills27 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course would suit you if you want to improve your English but aren't ready or able to take a GCSE English course. For some learners it can help to build skills to move on to to GCSE and for others it provides basic English skills to help in daily life and work. You'll get lots of one-to-one support and be able to move up through the levels as you develop your confidence.

What you need to get on

You'll be assessed in the first term to check which Entry level is best for you to start at.

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

  • West Lancashire Community High School

    School Lane Chapel House, Skelmersdale, WN8 8EH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Skelmersdale

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