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 Bath College for more info.
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Bath. Classes run at Twerton Learning Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over one year, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. This entry level functional skills maths course covers number, measure, and handling data in practical, everyday contexts. Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, and Entry Level 3 is the step that leads there. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Please contact us or visit our website to find out more.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll understand and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll read, tell, and calculate with time.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and temperature using common units.
You'll handle money and work out straightforward costs.
You'll read and interpret simple tables, charts, and diagrams.
You'll solve practical maths problems set in everyday situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Twerton Learning Centre, working through topics with a tutor and practising skills in everyday contexts. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll also complete a skills check at the start so your learning is planned at the right level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Twerton Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for maths at this level
Care assistant: supports numeracy needed in care settings
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and stock tasks
Catering assistant: portion sizes, weights, and basic costing
Childcare worker: supports entry to childcare training programmes
Administrator: everyday number tasks in office environments
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 alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Many vocational courses and apprenticeships require it.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade alongside your functional skills maths qualification.
