Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths at South Bank Colleges
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration16 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryOnline
Start22 Feb 2027
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. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it easier to fit around work, family, or other commitments. The course covers everyday maths skills including numbers, fractions, and basic calculations. It typically takes 16 weeks to complete. You'll sit an assessment at the end to earn your qualification. A good step if you're building toward the Entry Level 3 or Level 1 functional skills maths course. Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2) with certificate.
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). 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 G4MAT-E2FS-O-B1/1. 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). 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 G4MAT-E2FS-O-B1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College i...
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and place value.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using simple numbers.
You'll recognise and use fractions in everyday contexts.
You'll handle money, including giving change and working out simple totals.
You'll read and use basic time, including clocks and calendars.
You'll interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measurements for length, weight, and capacity in practical situations.
How you will learn
You study online and work through the course material at your own pace. Assessment is by a formal written test set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete the test when you're ready. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the course can be matched to the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Bank Colleges will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and basic calculations
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and recording stock
Care assistant: recording observations and following instructions with numbers
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion sizes
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading schedules and measuring products
Childcare worker: supporting early years activities involving counting and shape
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up from Entry 2, building on the same skills at a slightly higher level.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 1: moves toward the standard that many employers and training providers ask for.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative, accepted by employers and colleges in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above.
