Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Tower Hamlets. Classes run full-time during the day at New City College Poplar Campus. This entry level functional skills maths course runs for 44 weeks and covers the core maths skills you use in everyday life and work. It covers numbers, measures, and handling data at Entry Level 2. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add and subtract using everyday contexts such as money and time.
You'll recognise and use simple fractions and percentages in practical situations.
You'll read and interpret basic charts, tables, and diagrams.
You'll use standard units to measure length, weight, capacity, and temperature.
You'll solve straightforward problems using maths in real-life contexts.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at New City College Poplar Campus, with a teacher guiding your learning. Assessment is through a written test set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete tasks that show you can apply maths skills in everyday situations. Your teacher will track your progress throughout the course and prepare you for the final assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and basic calculations daily.
Warehouse operative: uses measures, quantities, and data in a busy environment.
Care assistant: records and reads basic numerical information about clients.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and follows portion and temperature guides.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reads schedules and measures cleaning products safely.
Admin assistant: uses numbers for filing, data entry, and simple records.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1: moves you toward the GCSE maths alternative that many employers accept. A strong step if you want to progress further in work or study.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or above: pairing maths with English qualifications strengthens your options for employment and further training.
