Adult learners
Functional Skills English tutors
Functional Skills English tests reading, writing, and speaking, listening and communicating in practical situations. A tutor helps you prepare for each part.
Lessons take place online at times that suit you. Every tutor sets their own price and your first lesson is free.
First lesson free
Functional Skills English tutors on Studoli
Olushola O.Business Studies, Commerce, EconomicsI am a passionate and dedicated teacher with over a decade of teaching experience. I am committed to creating a positive, engaging, and…View profile
Nicolo L.EnglishI love teaching. I have a range of topics that I can discuss given the different industries that I have worked before.View profile
Ndzi D.English, Exam Preparation, English LiteratureHello welcom☺️☺️
My name is Dezy, and I am a professional English tutor with 5 years of teaching experience. and I am passionate about…View profile
Oluwatobi R.English, Reading & Phonics, Homework HelpHello! I'm TOBI — Your Online English Teacher! 👩🏫✨
Struggling with speaking, grammar, phonics or exam prep? I make English simple,…View profile
Dedre M.Afrikaans, English, English LiteratureI have two years of Grade 2 teaching experience, six months of online teaching experience with PalFish, a 120-hour TEFL certificate, and…View profile
Asiyat I.English, Maths, Computer ScienceI am Asiyat Isah from Kaduna State, Nigeria. I hold an HND in Statistics from Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria and I completed my NYSC in…View profile
What adult learners study
- Reading for information
- Writing emails, letters and reports
- Spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Speaking, listening and communicating
- Planning written answers
- Practice papers
How online lessons for adults work
- Lessons are private and one-to-one, so you can ask any question.
- Your tutor starts from what you already know and builds a plan around your goal.
- Many tutors teach in the evening and at weekends.
- Your first lesson is free, so you can try a tutor before you book more.
Tips for adult learners
- Be clear about your goalA qualification, a job, a course or helping your children: knowing the goal keeps lessons focused.
- Little and oftenTwo short lessons a week usually work better than one long one for busy adults.
- Use real examplesBring examples from work or daily life, so new skills are useful straight away.
How it works
- Choose a tutorCompare profiles, reviews and prices, then pick the tutor who fits you.
- Book a free first lessonMeet your tutor by video and agree a plan around your goal.
- Learn at your paceBook lessons in the evening or at weekends, when they suit you.
Frequently asked questions
What does Functional Skills English include?
It includes reading, writing, and speaking, listening and communicating, at Level 1 or Level 2.
How much do lessons for adults cost?
Each tutor sets their own price, shown on their profile in your currency. Your first lesson is free, so you can try a tutor before you pay for more.
What do I need for online lessons?
A computer or tablet with a camera, a microphone or headset, and a stable internet connection. Lessons run in your browser, with nothing to install.