Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Attlee A Level Academy, full-time during the day. This free functional skills maths course runs over 46 weeks. You'll build number skills, work with data, and solve everyday maths problems. Entry Level 2 is a step toward Entry Level 3 and then Level 1, which leads to the Level 2 qualification recognised as a GCSE maths equivalent.
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 whole numbers.
You'll handle money and work out simple totals and change.
You'll read and interpret straightforward tables, charts, and diagrams.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time using common units.
You'll solve practical maths problems from everyday situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with a tutor. Assessment is by a written test set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. The test covers number, measure, shape and space, and handling data at Entry Level 2. You'll have an initial assessment before the course begins so the centre can confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Attlee A Level Academy 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: reads labels, counts items, and checks quantities.
Care assistant: measures, records, and follows written instructions.
Kitchen assistant: weighs ingredients and follows portion guides.
Cleaner or caretaker: reads rotas, measures supplies, and logs tasks.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up, building on Entry Level 2 skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 1: moves you closer to the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2: the entry level functional skills maths qualification that meets the GCSE maths equivalent standard many employers and courses require.
