English Functional Skills / GCSE
Many people struggle with reading and writing for a huge number of reasons. At Sutton College we are committed to providing fun and effective ways to help you improve these everyday skills.
Friday, 01 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026
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Does the thought of writing letters, sending emails or filling in forms fill you with dread
Many people struggle with reading and writing for a huge number of reasons. At Sutton College we are committed to providing fun and effective ways to help you improve these everyday skills.
Having a Functional Skills English qualification or a good grade at English GCSE can open so many doors for you, both in employment and for Higher Education and these qualifications are becoming more and more vital in today’s society. On a Sutton College English course you will receive the tuition and support to help you gain your qualification and move forward in your work and/or studies.
Our English Skills courses are aimed at those whose first language is English or those who have already gained an ESOL Level 1 qualification. If you do not have either of these, we have a wide range of ESOL classes to cater for all needs.
Many people struggle with reading and writing for a huge number of reasons. At Sutton College we are committed to providing fun and effective ways to help you improve these everyday skills.
Having a Functional Skills English qualification or a good grade at English GCSE can open so many doors for you, both in employment and for Higher Education and these qualifications are becoming more and more vital in today’s society. On a Sutton College English course you will receive the tuition and support to help you gain your qualification and move forward in your work and/or studies.
Our English Skills courses are aimed at those whose first language is English or those who have already gained an ESOL Level 1 qualification. If you do not have either of these, we have a wide range of ESOL classes to cater for all needs.
At Sutton College, we offer English courses ranging from Entry Level 3 up to GCSE English (Level 2). These courses cover topics such as identifying and spelling everyday words and basic grammar and punctuation right up to more complex topics such as language and organisational features and critical evaluation of texts.
This course also covers an introduction to British Values (learning aim Z0060119)
This course also covers an introduction to British Values (learning aim Z0060119)
Courses range from Entry Level to GCSE and you will be given a short online assessment at your Course Approval session. This will determine which level course you will be put onto. If you are hoping to enrol onto an ONLINE course, you must have basic IT skills and for all courses you will need a basic level of English. If English is your second language, you may be referred to an ESOL course (English for Speakers of Other Languages) before you are approved to enrol onto an ESSENTIAL SKILLS course.
Additional information
Home study is essential in order to achieve your qualification.
100% attendance at every session is necessary in order to get the most from the course.
For onsite courses, please bring to class a folder, writing paper and a pen. You will be advised on what textbooks you require.
Once your level has been established, you will be given further course details on the course which you have been approved for.
Additional information
Home study is essential in order to achieve your qualification.
100% attendance at every session is necessary in order to get the most from the course.
For onsite courses, please bring to class a folder, writing paper and a pen. You will be advised on what textbooks you require.
Once your level has been established, you will be given further course details on the course which you have been approved for.
Make an application by the ‘Apply Now’ button and book a Course Approval session to ensure this course is suitable for you.
For your Course Approval session, you need to:
By booking a Course Approval session, you are agreeing that you have read and understood the terms and conditions of enrolment and course details as well as the above requirements.
For further information please contact enrol@suttoncollege.ac.uk
If you are unsure of your next steps for education, employment or career choices our Advice Service can help. Contact advice@suttoncollege.ac.uk
For your Course Approval session, you need to:
- Bring accepted ID in the form of either a UK passport or printout of your e-visa showing residency status
- Bring proof of benefit dated within the last 3 months or most recent payslip /tax return if claiming the concessionary fee
- Ensure you meet all previous educational requirements to attend this course
- Bring copies of previous exam certificates
By booking a Course Approval session, you are agreeing that you have read and understood the terms and conditions of enrolment and course details as well as the above requirements.
For further information please contact enrol@suttoncollege.ac.uk
If you are unsure of your next steps for education, employment or career choices our Advice Service can help. Contact advice@suttoncollege.ac.uk
English, maths or IT courses at a higher level.
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Centre | Sutton |
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Course Code | FUNCOLS02 |
| Accredited courses at Level 2 or below may be free if you live in a London Borough, earn less than £28,860 (or less than £25,750 outside of a London Borough) or are in receipt of a means tested benefit and are looking for work. | ||
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