English Functional Skills / GCSE
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.
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Saturday, 01 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027
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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.
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 Level 2 Functional Skills and 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. We have a range of ONLINE and ONSITE courses starting at different times of the year.
September Start courses finishing May/June
We have a range of September start courses at all levels which are just once a week throughout the academic year for those who want to take their qualifications at a steady pace.
Intensive – Levels 1 and 2 - Starting September and finishing January, then February to June
These are classes for those who have more time to commit to their studies. They take place twice a week to enable you to achieve your qualifications in just a few months.
Fast Track January start courses finishing June
Our Fast Track January start courses are once a week for Level 1 and 2 learners who already have a good level of English and need their qualification with less guided learning hours.
June start courses
We also have Level 1 and Level 2 courses starting in June and working through the Summer.
Learning Aim: Z0011145 - Courses will also include guidance on using Google Classroom as part of your learning experience. You will learn how to access course information, communicate and collaborate with fellow learners, submit assignments, and receive feedback from your tutor.
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. We have a range of ONLINE and ONSITE courses starting at different times of the year.
September Start courses finishing May/June
We have a range of September start courses at all levels which are just once a week throughout the academic year for those who want to take their qualifications at a steady pace.
Intensive – Levels 1 and 2 - Starting September and finishing January, then February to June
These are classes for those who have more time to commit to their studies. They take place twice a week to enable you to achieve your qualifications in just a few months.
Fast Track January start courses finishing June
Our Fast Track January start courses are once a week for Level 1 and 2 learners who already have a good level of English and need their qualification with less guided learning hours.
June start courses
We also have Level 1 and Level 2 courses starting in June and working through the Summer.
Learning Aim: Z0011145 - Courses will also include guidance on using Google Classroom as part of your learning experience. You will learn how to access course information, communicate and collaborate with fellow learners, submit assignments, and receive feedback from your tutor.
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.
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.
If you would like to be contacted if a space becomes available on this course or a similar course is added, please click the ‘Register Interest’ button. In the meantime, please continue to check the website for the latest course availability.
English, maths or IT courses at a higher level.
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Centre | Sutton |
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Course Code | FUNCOLSP02 |
| Funded courses may be free if you live in a London Borough, earn less than £28,860 or are in receipt of a means tested benefit and are looking for work. If you do not live in a London Borough, please contact the Enrolments & Customer Service Centre. | ||
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