Free Entry Level Functional Skills Maths in Nottingham
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level Functional Skills Maths Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Carlton Digby School. The course is personalised to each pupil and fully supported, focusing on transferable maths skills for everyday life, community access, and college. You'll need an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to join. The course runs full-time over two years. It covers the practical maths skills you use day to day, building toward the entry level functional skills maths qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is designed to improve learners functional maths skills. It focus on transferable skills that pupils will need to be able to access the community and college. The course is personalised to the pupil and fully supported.
Entry requirements
EHCP
What you will learn
You'll use numbers in everyday situations, such as counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll handle money, including recognising coins and working out basic amounts.
You'll read and use simple measurements, such as time, length, and weight.
You'll interpret straightforward information presented in charts, tables, or pictures.
You'll apply maths skills to practical tasks in the community and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Carlton Digby School, with full support throughout. The course is personalised to you. Assessment is through tasks and activities set by Pearson Edexcel, completed at a pace that suits your learning. Your progress is supported at every stage.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Carlton Digby School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: uses everyday maths in care and community settings.
Retail assistant: handles money, stock counts, and basic calculations.
Kitchen assistant: measures ingredients and follows simple numerical instructions.
Warehouse operative: counts stock and reads basic numerical information.
Catering assistant: uses weights, measures, and portion sizes daily.
What you could study next
Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry Level 2: the natural next step, building on the skills you've gained.
Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry Level 3: moves you closer to the level employers and colleges commonly ask for.
Functional Skills Mathematics Level 1: a further step toward the Level 2 qualification, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent.
