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Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 Reading Practice Exam Paper – a complete mock assessment based on the DfE subject content, ideal for learners preparing for Entry Level 3 exams.

This brand-new practice paper mirrors the format and style of official Functional Skills Entry 3 Reading assessments. It provides three original texts on the theme of Healthy Living and Fitness, each with comprehension questions and a full mark scheme.

  • Text 1: A gym leaflet (8 marks)

  • Text 2: An article on the benefits of walking (10 marks)

  • Text 3: A college notice about healthy eating workshops (8 marks)
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    Questions target E3.8–E3.12 of the DfE subject content, covering:

  • Identifying main points and details in straightforward texts

  • Understanding the purpose of texts

  • Using context to find the meaning of words

  • Recognising organisational features (e.g. headings, bullet points)
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    Why this resource?

  • Realistic practice in the same format as live exams

  • Helps learners build confidence with both short-answer and multiple-choice questions

  • Clear layout with consistent formatting, accessible for neurodivergent learners and those who benefit from uncluttered design
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    This resource is ideal for:

  • Functional Skills tutors preparing learners for Entry Level 3 Reading exams

  • Learners wanting self-study practice with answers included

  • Revision sessions in class or at home
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    For ideas on how I use this resource in 1:1 and intervention settings, visit my blog at

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Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English – Reading Practice Paper Bundle - 6 Papers

**Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English – Practice Paper Bundle (6 Papers, 62% Saving)** This bundle brings together six of my Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English Reading practice exam papers. Each paper follows the style and structure of the official exam, with accessible formatting and uncluttered layout to support learners, especially those who are neurodivergent. **By purchasing the bundle, you save 62% compared to buying the resources separately.** Included papers: **Practice Paper 1 – Caring for Animals** Covers pet care advice, a complaint letter about pet food, and tips from a rescue centre. Builds skills in identifying purpose, extracting information, and understanding vocabulary in context. **Practice Paper 2 – Volunteering in the Community** Includes a guide to volunteering, a personal letter about helping at a community garden, and a reflective article on why volunteering matters. Develops reading for detail and recognising different text types. **Practice Paper 3 – Local Parks** Explores the uses of local parks, a complaint letter about poor maintenance, and a set of personal tips on enjoying outdoor spaces. Supports reading for main points, purposes, and practical information. **Practice Paper 4 – Health and Fitness** Features a gym leaflet, an article on the benefits of walking, and a student email about healthy eating workshops. Reinforces identifying key details, organisational features, and persuasive language. **Practice Paper 5 – Holidays and Travel** Presents a travel agency leaflet, an article on the benefits of seaside holidays, and a library notice about a free travel advice session. Helps students practise scanning, skimming, and interpreting information across contexts. **Practice Paper 6 – Community Action** Centres on a community clean-up day leaflet, an article about the benefits of volunteering, and an online forum discussion on volunteering experiences. Strengthens skills in recognising tone, extracting key details, and comparing text purposes. **Why choose this bundle?** 6 full Entry Level 3 practice papers; Clear mark allocations and question targets; Consistent, neurodivergent-friendly layout; Suitable for classroom teaching, interventions, and 1:1 tutoring; Excellent preparation for the Functional Skills Reading assessment. For more Functional Skills resources and blog posts on inclusive education, visit [www.katecoldrick.com](https://www.katecoldrick.com)

£8.99

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