Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Brent. Classes run at Brent Start Adult Education Service. Daytime sessions run part-time over 11 weeks, making this a manageable option if you're fitting study around work, caring, or other commitments. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers practical maths skills you can use in everyday life and at work. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the course is matched to the right level for you. A useful step if you're working toward a gcse maths alternative or building toward Level 2.
Who this course is for
Adults looking to gain knowledge and skills by undertaking practical learning, which you will be able to use personally and professionally.
Entry requirements
Initial assessment
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving money, measurements, and time.
You'll use ratio and proportion in real-world situations.
You'll check your own calculations and identify errors.
You'll apply maths to tasks you might encounter at work or in daily life.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run during the day. You'll learn through practical tasks and exercises that apply maths to everyday situations. Assessment is by a written external exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need to pass the exam to earn your certificate. Your tutor will prepare you for this throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brent Start Adult Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths used daily for stock, pricing, and cash handling.
Care assistant: numeracy needed for recording measurements and medication.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and data entry tasks.
Catering assistant: portion sizes, weights, and till work.
Receptionist or admin assistant: handling figures, invoices, and schedules.
Childcare worker: tracking attendance, ratios, and budgets.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for this level, and it opens doors to further training and apprenticeships.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector: most require at least Level 1 or Level 2 maths alongside the main qualification.
Apprenticeships: most frameworks require Functional Skills Maths Level 2 if you don't already hold a GCSE grade 4 or above.
