Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Lincoln for Young People with an EHCP – St Francis Special School
CostFunded through your local authority
Duration12 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For pupils of St Francis Special School with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.
About this course
Free Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 1 in Lincoln. Classes run at St Francis Special School. You'll have an assessment during enrolment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers practical maths skills you can use in everyday life and work. It typically takes 12 months, studying full-time during the day.
Who this course is for
The Maths Functional Skills course is designed to help build your skills and confidence in Maths so that you can progress either to the next level of Maths Functional Skills.
Entry requirements
You will be assessed during the enrolment process to check which Level of Functional Skills will suit your needs best.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll handle basic addition and subtraction in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret simple number information.
You'll use maths to solve straightforward practical problems.
You'll build familiarity with money, time, and measurements at Entry Level 1.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at St Francis Special School, with daytime attendance. Assessment is set and marked by NCFE. You'll complete a written assessment that tests the skills covered in the course. Your tutor will prepare you for this throughout your time on the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Francis Special School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: basic numeracy supports stock and picking tasks.
Kitchen assistant: measuring and counting used daily.
Retail assistant: handling money and simple calculations.
Care assistant: recording numbers and following instructions.
Cleaner or caretaker: reading labels and measuring quantities.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2): the natural next step after Entry Level 1, building on the skills you've gained.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): moves you closer to the level employers and colleges most commonly ask for.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): a further step up, recognised as a solid foundation for work and further study.
