Free Entry Level 1 Maths Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day. This free maths course for adults runs over 55 hours and covers maths at Entry Level 1. You do not need to sit an exam to gain your maths qualification. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point and to plan your learning. To be eligible for funding you must be 19 or over as at 31 August in the current academic year.
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 basic addition and subtraction in everyday contexts.
You'll read and write numbers used in daily life.
You'll use simple measurements, such as length, weight, and time.
You'll interpret straightforward data, such as charts or tables.
You'll apply maths skills to practical, real-world situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities and exercises at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service. Assessment is portfolio-based, so there is no exam. You'll build up evidence of your skills during the course. Your tutor will support you through each topic at a manageable pace.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cleaner or domestic assistant: basic number skills support everyday tasks.
Care assistant: maths used in medication, timekeeping, and records.
Kitchen helper or catering assistant: measuring and stock counting.
Retail assistant: handling money and checking quantities.
Warehouse operative: counting, labelling, and simple data entry.
Childminder or nursery assistant: maths used in daily routines with children.
What you could study next
Once you complete this entry level maths course, you could move on to:
Entry Level 2 Certificate in Mathematics Skills: the next step up, building on what you've learned.
Entry Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics Skills: prepares you for Functional Skills Maths Level 1.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a recognised maths qualification that many employers and colleges accept.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE-equivalent maths qualification, widely accepted by employers.
