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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Newquay – Newquay Link Into Learning

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Newquay. Classes run at Newquay Link Into Learning, part-time during the day, over 22 weeks. The pace is manageable, with an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you and to plan your learning from there. You'll work on everyday maths skills in a supportive adult environment, covering number, measure, and handling data. This entry level functional skills maths course is a genuine starting point for building the maths you use in daily life and work.

Who this course is for

This course is for learners wishing to improve their maths skills and gain a qualificaion in a supportive adult environment

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
  • You'll handle money and understand basic costs and change.
  • You'll read and use simple measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll interpret straightforward charts, tables, and pictograms.
  • You'll solve simple maths problems in everyday contexts.
  • You'll use a calculator for basic tasks where appropriate.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Newquay Link Into Learning. Teaching covers practical, everyday maths tasks. Assessment is through a formal test set by City and Guilds. You'll also complete tasks and activities during the course to practise and build your skills before the assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Newquay Link Into Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and basic calculations
  • Warehouse operative: measures, counts, and records goods accurately
  • Care assistant: uses maths for medication records and daily logs
  • Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion sizes
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: reads schedules and measures cleaning products
  • Childcare worker: supports numeracy activities and tracks routines

What you could study next

Once you've completed Entry Level 1, you can move on to Entry Level 2 and then Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths. From there, Functional Skills Maths Level 1 and Level 2 are the natural next steps. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Each level builds on the last, so you progress at a pace that suits you.

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