Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Lambeth – Lambeth College Clapham Campus
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration18 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in maths, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact South Bank Colleges for more info.
Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Clapham Campus, part-time during the day. Fees may vary depending on your circumstances, and the course may be free for some learners. This entry level functional skills maths course runs over 18 weeks. You'll build core number skills, work with data, and apply maths to everyday situations. It's a stepping stone toward Entry Level 3 and, eventually, the Level 2 qualification that employers recognise as a GCSE maths alternative. You'll sit an assessment set by Pearson Edexcel.
Who this course is for
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E2 Functional Skills Maths (Edexcel) (Adult). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is G2MAT-E2FS-D-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)
Entry requirements
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E2 Functional Skills Maths (Edexcel) (Adult). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is G2MAT-E2FS-D-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth C...
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
You'll handle simple fractions and recognise common fractions in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret straightforward tables, charts and graphs.
You'll use basic measures, including length, weight, capacity and time.
You'll solve practical maths problems drawn from everyday life.
You'll check your answers and explain your working in simple terms.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Lambeth College Clapham Campus, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is part-time during the day, so you cover the material at a manageable pace. Assessment is through a Pearson Edexcel set test. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can confirm Entry Level 2 is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth College Clapham 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 - reads labels, measures and checks quantities.
Care assistant - records observations and follows written instructions.
Catering assistant - measures ingredients and manages simple orders.
Cleaner or facilities operative - reads schedules and completes checklists.
Childcare worker - tracks attendance and supports basic learning activities.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) - the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1) - moves you closer to the Level 2 qualification.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2) - the qualification employers recognise as equivalent to a GCSE maths pass, opening doors to further training and many job roles.
