Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Havering. Classes run at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus, full-time during the day. This entry level functional skills maths course runs over 44 weeks. You'll build number skills, work with measurements, and handle everyday data. Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, and Entry Level 2 is a step on that route. You'll sit an assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using everyday contexts.
You'll recognise and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll read and interpret basic charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money in practical, real-world situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is practical and activity-based, using everyday maths tasks. Assessment is through a written test set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need to pass the test to earn your certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Ardleigh Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, change, and stock counts daily.
Warehouse operative: measures, weighs, and records goods.
Care assistant: uses numeracy for medication records and rotas.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion sizes.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reads schedules and quantities.
Delivery driver's mate: counts and checks loads against manifests.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 3: the next step up on the route to Level 1.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: builds on Entry Level skills and prepares you for Level 2.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Completing this entry level functional skills maths qualification puts you on the path toward Level 2 and the wider opportunities that come with it.
