Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in York. Classes run at Explore York Library Learning Centre, part-time during the day. This free functional skills maths course runs over 33 weeks, giving you time to build at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll cover everyday maths skills: working with numbers, fractions, percentages, measures, and simple data. Passing this entry level functional skills maths qualification puts you on the path toward Level 1 and Level 2, the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Funded for learners in the York and North Yorkshire area.
Who this course is for
Anyone who does not already have a qualification at Level 2 (GCSE 4+) or above in Maths
Entry requirements
This course is funded for learners in the York and North Yorkshire area. If you live outside of this area, we recommend contacting your local adult education provider.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll use fractions and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll handle money, time, and measurements accurately.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve straightforward maths problems using the right methods.
You'll check your own answers and identify errors.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Explore York Library Learning Centre, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday maths tasks and problems. Assessment is by a formal written test set by City and Guilds. You'll take the test when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Explore York Library Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily.
Warehouse operative: measures, counts, and checks orders accurately.
Care assistant: records observations and manages medication quantities.
Catering assistant: weighs ingredients and follows portion guidance.
Childcare worker: tracks attendance and follows daily schedules.
Cleaner or facilities operative: measures products and follows instructions.
Administrator: processes basic data and completes forms accurately.
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 recognised GCSE maths alternative, accepted by employers and colleges. Many jobs and further training courses ask for maths at this level.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult education centres if you want the traditional qualification route.
