Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Northallerton Adult Education, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs for 18 weeks part-time and covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, from handling numbers to solving practical problems. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point and to shape your learning plan. A free functional skills maths course for adults who don't yet hold an Entry Level 2 maths qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Entry Level 2 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 enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using straightforward methods.
You'll handle money and work out basic costs.
You'll read and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll interpret and use information from charts, tables, and diagrams.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time in everyday contexts.
You'll solve practical maths problems using the skills above.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Northallerton Adult Education, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday examples. Assessment is through a formal written test set by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass both a skills check and the external test to earn your certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and basic calculations daily.
Care assistant: uses maths for medication measurements and record-keeping.
Warehouse operative: counts stock and reads delivery notes accurately.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and handles till transactions.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reads labels, measures quantities, and follows schedules.
Childcare worker: supports numeracy activities and tracks attendance records.
What you could study next
Once you have your Entry Level 2 certificate, you can move on to:
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up, building on what you've learned.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1: a stronger foundation for work and further study, and a step toward the Level 2 qualification that employers recognise as a GCSE maths alternative.
