Free Entry Level 1 Maths Course in Ripon. Evening classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon, so you can fit study around your week. This free maths course for adults covers maths skills at Entry Level 1 and leads to a qualification without a formal exam. The course runs for 55 hours part-time. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. To be eligible, you must be 19 or over as at 31 August in the current academic year and must not already hold an Entry Level 1 or higher maths qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and gain a qualification in Maths without having to take an exam.You must not have a current Entry 1 level or higher qualification.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll handle money in everyday situations, such as adding up costs and giving change.
You'll read and use simple measurements for length, weight, and capacity.
You'll understand basic time, including reading clocks and calendars.
You'll recognise and work with simple shapes and patterns.
You'll collect and sort information in straightforward charts or lists.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening. You'll learn through practical activities and exercises in a small group setting. Assessment is ongoing and does not involve a formal exam. Your progress is measured through portfolio-style tasks and tutor observation rather than a written test at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ripon Community House Ripon 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.
Care assistant: uses numeracy for medication records and daily logs.
Warehouse operative: counts stock and reads measurements on the job.
Kitchen assistant: measures ingredients and follows portion guides.
Cleaner or caretaker: reads quantities on product labels and schedules.
Administrator: supports basic data entry and record-keeping tasks.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Maths Course: the natural next step to build on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 3: moves you closer to the level employers and colleges often ask for.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a further step toward a Level 2 maths qualification, which is the recognised equivalent to a GCSE maths pass.
