Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Durham. Classes run at Framwellgate Moor Community Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 36 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll work on calculating, measuring, and using fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday situations. This entry level functional skills maths course is a recognised step toward Level 1 and Level 2, which is the GCSE maths equivalent. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point.
Who this course is for
Anyone wishing to boost their skills and gain a functional skills qualification
What you will learn
You'll calculate with whole numbers and simple fractions in everyday contexts.
You'll work with decimals and percentages in practical situations.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll handle money and work out basic costs and change.
You'll apply maths skills to real tasks like shopping, cooking, and managing time.
How you will learn
You'll attend face-to-face classroom sessions at Framwellgate Moor Community Centre. Learning is at your own pace, guided by a tutor. Assessment is through a written exam. You'll focus on the skills most relevant to your everyday and working life.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Framwellgate Moor Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for basic maths skills
Retail sales assistant: handling money and stock counts
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and checking orders
Kitchen assistant: weighing ingredients and following quantities
Childcare worker: supporting early numeracy activities with children
Cleaner or caretaker: reading schedules and measuring cleaning products
What you could study next
Once you complete this entry level functional skills maths qualification, you can move on to:
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex calculations.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges. Many job applications and further training courses ask for Level 2 maths or equivalent.
Both are available as funded courses for eligible adults.
