Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Newquay. Classes run at Newquay Link Into Learning. Daytime sessions are part-time, running over 22 weeks at a manageable pace. The course covers everyday maths skills: working with numbers, fractions, percentages, measurements, and simple data. It's a recognised entry level functional skills maths qualification and a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, which is the GCSE maths equivalent accepted by many employers and colleges. You'll sit a City and Guilds assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
This course is for learners wishing to improve their maths skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment
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 in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret straightforward charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measures such as length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money calculations, including giving change and working out costs.
You'll solve practical maths problems using the skills above.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Newquay Link Into Learning, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday examples. Assessment is through a City and Guilds external test. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the course can be matched to the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newquay Link Into Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Care assistant: supports numeracy requirements in care settings.
Warehouse operative: helps with stock counting and basic calculations.
Catering assistant: useful for measuring, portioning, and till work.
Cleaner or facilities operative: supports reading rotas and recording hours.
Administrator: entry-level office roles often require basic maths.
What you could study next
Level 1 Functional Skills Maths: the natural next step after Entry Level 3, covering more complex problem-solving.
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Many job applications and further training courses ask for this level.
GCSE Maths: available to adults who want the traditional qualification alongside or after Functional Skills.
