Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths at Itchen College

Cost£0.00
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Southampton. Classes run at Itchen College, full-time during the day. This entry level functional skills maths course covers the core number and maths skills used in everyday life and work. It runs over one year. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure Entry Level 1 is the right starting point for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning. City and Guilds Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 1) with certificate.

Who this course is for

1618

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll recognise and use whole numbers in everyday situations.
  • You'll add and subtract simple numbers with confidence.
  • You'll understand basic money and handle simple transactions.
  • You'll read and interpret straightforward charts and tables.
  • You'll use simple measurements for length, weight, and time.
  • You'll solve basic number problems step by step.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Itchen College, working through practical maths tasks with a tutor. Assessment is through a written test set by City and Guilds. Your tutor will support you throughout and let you know when you're ready to sit the test.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Itchen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: basic maths is used daily at the till.
  • Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and stock tasks.
  • Kitchen assistant: weighing ingredients and portion control.
  • Care assistant: recording simple figures and following instructions.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: reading rotas and basic record-keeping.
  • Delivery driver's mate: checking quantities and paperwork.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the natural next step after Entry Level 1, building on what you've learned.
  • Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths: takes you closer to the level needed for many jobs and further study.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a significant step up, recognised by employers as a foundation maths qualification and the step before the GCSE maths alternative at Level 2.