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Functional Skills and GCSE

English Entry Levels 1, 2 and 3
English Level 1 and Level 2

Each level usually takes one year to complete. Buckinghamshire Adult Learning offers both Functional Skills English and GCSE English.

You can work towards the next level and/or choose other courses, such as Digital Skills, maths or an online course.

For details, please email Angela Cato angela.cato@buckinghamshire.gov.uk or call 01296 674463. Angela will explain how to enrol for a 'Start Here for English?' assessment. This assessment is marked by our GCSE English tutors who will contact you with your results, feedback and your next steps.

Find out more about the courses on offer https://www.adultlearningbc.ac.uk/english-maths/

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Learner Reviews

'I’m currently attending Bucks Adult Learning, Aylesbury doing a Functional Skills in English course. When I first started I was obviously nervous due to how I felt at school, but there was no need as everyone from staff, tutors and my fellow classmates made me feel welcome. We all support each other which is really nice. If you are thinking of taking a course, definitely do one as you won’t look back!' - Clare

'I have a fantastic tutor who makes me feel like I can do anything if I put my mind to it.' - Anon (Learner Survey 2024)

'Excellent course!' - (Learner Survey 2024)

'I am very grateful for all the help and support I have received. I will continue to practise to reinforce and consolidate what I have learned.' - (Learner Survey 2024)

'I really enjoyed this course and will continue with other courses too.' - (Learner Survey 2024)

'This course is easy to follow because the tutor explains it well. She comes around and shows you what to do while you are working'. - Jeanette

'First I was doing the Entry level, and then I moved up in English to Level 1 and in maths to Entry Level 3. Since doing these courses, my vocabulary has improved. Even my kids say I’m using good vocabulary. Also, I've started to take an interest in reading as well.'

'I’ve started using maths at home, such as trying fractions when cooking (like 2 quarters make a 1/2 tsp).'

'Tutors & helpers in the class are so helpful. I'm so glad I’ve joined and am doing these courses. It's making me want to do further levels'. - Hameeda

'I enjoyed every class and have learned to be confident while speaking in front of people. Also the staff that were working with us were very helpful and supportive.' - JS

I’ve passed Functional Skills Level 2 - another hurdle I have overcome! Thanks to all the help I received as I prepared, I felt fairly confident in the exam. I’m so grateful.

This isn’t the end of my learning journey with Bucks Adult Learning, but thank you for being part of it. I can definitely recommend the Service to anyone thinking of joining a class. Catherine P

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Planning your Next Steps?

Where could English take you when you move on?

Buckinghamshire Adult Learning also offers:

Continue your learning with:

Buckinghamshire College Group based in Aylesbury, Amersham and Wycombe provides a range of full and part-time further and higher education courses, plus Apprenticeships and adult education courses: 0800 614016 or www.buckscollegegroup.ac.uk
Buckinghamshire New University has three main campuses in High Wycombe, Uxbridge and Aylesbury. They offer university degree programmes: nursing, health and social care, cyber fraud detection, textiles and aviation. Contact them on 01494 522141 or visit their website: www.bucks.ac.uk
Milton Keynes College offers full time and part time courses from GCSEs to HNDs, as well as professional skills courses and apprenticeships: 01908 684444 or www.mkcollege.ac.uk
Open University offers over 180 courses for distance learning: 0300 303 5303 or www.open.ac.uk/

Employment

If you are job-hunting, you could:

explore job opportunities at Buckinghamshire Council: https://jobs.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/
explore apprenticeships with Buckinghamshire Council, email inbusiness@buckinghamshire.gov.uk or phone 01296 674449
take an employability course with Buckinghamshire Adult Learning, email cldevteam@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
enquire about volunteering at Buckinghamshire Adult Learning by emailing volunteer@buckinghamshire.gov.uk or 07814 305138.

Wellbeing

If you need support:

Bucks Mind support for people with mental health difficulties, visit their website www.bucksmind.org.uk or call them on 01494 463364.
Samaritans Offers telephone support anytime about issues you are facing, call them free on 116123 or visit www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help-you
Change4life – Healthy food and activity tips for you and your child www.nhs.uk/change4life
Buckinghamshire Family Information service – Find out what's happening in Buckinghamshire for you and your family www.bucksfamilyinfo.org
Citizens Advice offer free advice to help you find a way forward, whatever the problem: www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Money Saving Expert Guides, tips articles and a forum about mortgages, credit cards, loans and money saving tips www.moneysavingexpert.com
The National Domestic Violence charity supports those experiencing violence at home. Contact them on 0808 2000247 or www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk

Further Studies with BNU

Employment Training

Local Volunteering Opportunities

What have other learners chosen to do next?

Voluntary work to gain work experience in a field of interest e.g. retail; healthcare; education.
GCSE / A-Level: English, maths, other subjects of personal interest.
Health Care, Mental Healthcare, NHS posts in local hospitals.
Nursing degree; Foundation Degree in Radiography.
Education: Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Teacher Training, Certificate in Higher Education.
Animal welfare: Diploma in Veterinary Studies Levels 4 and 5, and related careers.
Local Government: Administration Assistant.
IT: Digital Marketing Level 2.
Online (Distance Learning) at Level 2 (See 'Distance Learning' for details of options with Buckinghamshire Adult Learning.)
Apprenticeship in Engineering (See 'Apprenticeships' for details of options with Buckinghamshire Adult Learning.)

Contact

Telephone: 01296 382403

Email: adultlearningbucks@buckinghamshire.gov.uk

Web: www.adultlearningbc.ac.uk

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