Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Havering. Classes run at The Brittons Academy, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The course covers practical maths skills you use in everyday life and work: handling money, measurements, and number problems. It runs over 22 weeks. You'll start with a pre-course interview so the right level is confirmed before you begin. This is a recognised gcse maths alternative for adults who need a maths qualification for work or further study. City and Guilds Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) with certificate.
Who this course is for
"A functional skills maths course is great for anyone who needs practical math skills for daily life and work. This includes adults wanting to handle their finances better, employees looking to improve their job skills, and job seekers needing a math qualification. It's also helpful for learners who find traditional math hard and prefer a more practical approach."
Entry requirements
Please enrol onto a pre course interview so that we can identify the right starting level for you.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll handle money and calculate costs in everyday situations.
You'll read and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll interpret and use basic data, tables, and charts.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve practical number problems relevant to daily life and work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Brittons Academy. Assessment for the City and Guilds Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) includes an on-screen or paper-based test. There is also a skills check at the start to confirm your level. Your tutor will work through topics with you in class, and you'll practise applying maths to real tasks and problems.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Brittons Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily.
Care assistant: uses maths for medication measurements and record-keeping.
Warehouse operative: counts, measures, and checks stock accuracy.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and calculates portions.
Childcare worker: tracks attendance, times, and basic budgets.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reads schedules and measures quantities.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the qualification recognised as a GCSE maths equivalent by employers and colleges. Many job roles and further training courses ask for this level.
GCSE Maths: a formal alternative if you want a traditional qualification route.
