Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Brent. Classes run at Brent Start Adult Education Service. Daytime sessions run part-time over 11 weeks, making this a manageable option if you're fitting study around other commitments. This entry level functional skills maths course covers the practical maths skills you use in everyday life and work, from handling numbers and money to reading charts and solving problems. You'll sit an assessment at the start so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Adults looking to gain knowledge and skills by undertaking practical learning, which you will be able to use personally and professionally.
Entry requirements
Initial assessment
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll handle simple fractions and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measures such as length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve straightforward problems involving money and budgeting.
You'll apply maths to practical, real-world situations at home and at work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with a tutor. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering number, measure, and data handling. Assessment is through a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. Before you start, you'll complete an initial assessment so the centre can confirm Entry Level 3 is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brent Start Adult Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths skills support cash handling and stock work.
Care assistant: numeracy used daily for medication, records, and rotas.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and data entry tasks.
Catering assistant: portion sizes, temperatures, and basic costing.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading schedules and measuring supplies.
Childcare worker: counting, recording, and following written instructions.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex number and problem-solving skills.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and further education courses ask for this level. Completing Entry Level 3 puts you on a clear path toward it.
GCSE Maths: available at some adult education centres if you want the traditional qualification alongside or instead of Functional Skills.
