Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby Borough FC Academy. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point, and your programme is planned around your goals and prior learning. This entry level functional skills maths course covers everyday number skills, working with data, and solving practical maths problems. It typically takes 75 hours of full-time daytime study. An entry level functional skills maths qualification is a recognised step toward Level 1 and Level 2 Maths, which is the GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll handle simple fractions and recognise their everyday uses.
You'll read and interpret basic charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measures such as length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve straightforward problems using maths in real contexts.
You'll check your answers and explain your methods clearly.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Rugby Borough FC Academy during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, practical activities, and guided practice. Assessment is through tasks and tests set by NCFE. Your programme is individually planned from the start, based on your starting point and what you want to achieve.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rugby Borough FC Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths used daily for stock and till work
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and data recording
Care assistant: calculating medication doses and recording observations
Catering assistant: weights, measures, and portion control
Construction labourer: reading measurements and basic calculations
Childcare worker: tracking progress and using numbers in planning
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and further education providers.
GCSE Maths: available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification route.
Vocational qualifications at Level 1 or Level 2: many trade and care courses require Level 1 or Level 2 Maths alongside them.
