Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby Borough FC Academy. The course runs full-time during the day and takes around 75 hours to complete. You'll cover number, measure, and data handling at Entry Level 3, building the maths skills that employers and further education providers look for. An initial assessment at the start helps plan your learning at the right level. This entry level functional skills maths course is a recognised GCSE maths alternative for those who need a solid foundation before moving to Level 1 or Level 2.
Who this course is for
16-19
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, measure, and record length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money and work out straightforward costs and change.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and diagrams.
You'll solve practical maths problems using the skills above.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Rugby Borough FC Academy during daytime sessions. Your programme is personalised from the start, based on your starting point and goals. Assessment is through a formal written test set by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass the test to earn the Certificate. Your tutor will prepare you for it through classroom activities and practice throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rugby Borough FC Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths used daily for stock, cash, and pricing.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and recording stock.
Care assistant: basic numeracy needed for medication and records.
Catering assistant: weights, measures, and portion calculations.
Construction labourer: measuring materials and reading plans.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for this level as a minimum.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade alongside or after Functional Skills.
