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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Ashford – EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road)

CostFREE
Duration53 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Ashford. Evening classes run at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road), so you can fit this level 1 functional skills maths course around work or other commitments. You'll cover ratios, numbers, algebra, statistics, and geometry, applying maths to practical, real-world situations. The course runs for 53 weeks part-time. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. Exams are on demand, so you sit the test when you're ready. A recognised gcse maths alternative for adults who need a functional skills maths qualification for work or further study.

Who this course is for

An essential qualification if you want to go on to further study, and a basic requirement for many jobs, this evening course will enable you to develop your abilities in mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with ratios and proportional reasoning in practical contexts.
  • You'll develop your understanding of numbers, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll apply algebraic thinking to solve problems.
  • You'll interpret and analyse statistical data.
  • You'll use geometry to understand shapes, measurements, and space.
  • You'll solve maths problems in everyday and workplace situations.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road). You'll learn through practical problem-solving and applied maths tasks. Assessment is by on-demand exam: you're entered when you and your tutor agree you're ready, rather than at a fixed date. This means you progress at a pace that suits you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road) 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 this level.
  • Warehouse operative: stock and inventory work often requires Level 1 maths.
  • Care assistant: numeracy is checked during care sector recruitment.
  • Accounts administrator: entry-level finance roles need a maths qualification.
  • Customer service advisor: handling payments and data requires confident maths.
  • Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or above.

What you could study next

Once you hold a Level 1 functional skills maths certificate, the natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. A Level 2 qualification satisfies the maths requirement for most jobs, apprenticeships, and further education courses. From there, you could move into a vocational qualification, a BTEC, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma if you're considering university.

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