Free Entry Level Functional Skills Maths Course in Eastleigh. Classes run at Skills 2 Achieve Eastleigh, part-time during the day. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you, and a conversation about your goals before you start. The course covers practical maths skills: working with numbers, measurements, and solving everyday problems. It typically takes 6 months part-time. If you're looking for a functional skills maths qualification without the pressure of a traditional GCSE maths exam, this is a recognised entry level route.
Who this course is for
This course is for young people aged 16-19 (or 24 with an EHCP) who would like to improve their maths skills perhaps to get a job or begin a course or training. It will help you to build your confidence dealing with numbers and you'll be able to demonstrate a sound grasp of the underpinning and basics of maths skills, and the ability to apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar situations Functional Skills maths courses are included in all school leaver study programmes for anyone who hasn’t yet achieved grade 5 or above at GCSE. It's taken as part of our study programme which includes employability skills and the opportunity to participate in work experience and community projects.
If College or school isn’t for you then our study programme may be the right environment for you to gain these valuable skills to enable you to move forward.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You will have an initial assessment to establish which Functional Skills level of entry is right for you.
You'll have a discussion with one of our Skills2Achieve tutors about your hobbies and interests and your career and study goals.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll handle money and understand basic budgeting in everyday situations.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll apply mathematical thinking to solve straightforward problems in familiar contexts.
You'll recognise and use simple fractions and percentages.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Skills 2 Achieve Eastleigh, with a tutor guiding you through topics at a manageable pace. Assessment is through a formal City and Guilds test. Your tutor will prepare you for this throughout the course, using practice tasks and worked examples to build your understanding before you sit the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skills 2 Achieve Eastleigh 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 entry level
Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations are part of the role
Care assistant: numeracy is needed for medication records and daily tasks
Catering assistant: measuring and portion control require basic maths
Receptionist: handling payments and scheduling involves everyday number skills
Childcare worker: supporting children's learning includes basic numeracy tasks
What you could study next
Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges accept Level 2 in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some colleges if you want the traditional qualification route after building your skills.
