Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths Course in West Molesey. Classes run at Molesey Adult Learning Centre, part-time during the day. Weekly two-hour sessions make it manageable alongside other commitments. The course runs for 22 weeks, from January to July. You'll prepare for the City and Guilds Functional Skills Maths Entry 3 exam. To join, you need to be 19 or over on 31 August 2025 and not hold a GCSE Maths grade A* to D (or grade 9 to 3). You'll complete an online initial assessment before starting, so you're placed at the right level.
Who this course is for
You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025 and not have a grade A* - D / grade 9 - 3 GCSE in Maths. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes. Should your attendance fall below this, your place on the course may be at risk. This is an academic course, and you must allow time for private study at home of at least 2 hours per week.
Entry requirements
You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025 and not have a grade A* D / grade 9 3 GCSE in Maths. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes. Should your attendance fall below this, your place on the course may be at risk.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
You'll read, write and compare numbers up to 1,000.
You'll use fractions and recognise simple percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll handle money, including calculating change and working out costs.
You'll read and use simple charts, tables and graphs.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity and time using standard units.
You'll apply maths to practical, real-life situations in preparation for the Entry 3 exam.
How you will learn
You'll attend a weekly two-hour class at Molesey Adult Learning Centre, taught by a subject specialist. You're also expected to do at least two hours of private study at home each week. The centre supports independent learning through online tools including Moodle and BKSB. You'll need to attend at least 90% of your classes to keep your place. Assessment is by a formal exam at the end of the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a ring binder or folder, lined paper, pens and pencils. You'll also need access to a computer or laptop and a printer for home study.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for maths at this level
Retail sales assistant: handling money and stock calculations
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting and recording stock
Catering assistant: weighing, portioning and basic costing
Childcare worker: supporting numeracy activities with children
Administrator: data entry, invoices and basic office maths
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): the natural next step after Entry Level 3, building toward the GCSE maths equivalent level.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): recognised by employers as a GCSE maths alternative, and often required for further training, apprenticeships, or professional courses.
Level 1 or Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require Functional Skills Maths at Level 1 or above.
