Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Falmouth. Classes run at Falmouth Adult Education Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 22 weeks, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers everyday maths skills: working with numbers, fractions, percentages, measurements, and data. It sits below GCSE level and is a recognised step toward a GCSE maths alternative at Level 2. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll use measurements and handle everyday units including length, weight, and time.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving money and budgeting.
You'll use basic geometry, including area and perimeter.
You'll apply maths to real situations, such as working out quantities or comparing costs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Falmouth Adult Education Centre. Learning is hands-on and applied, using practical tasks and worked examples. Assessment is by a written external exam set by City and Guilds. You'll complete the exam when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Falmouth Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths supports stock, cash handling, and pricing tasks.
Care assistant: needed for recording measurements and medication amounts.
Warehouse operative: useful for counting, labelling, and inventory work.
Catering assistant: supports portion control, ordering, and till use.
Childcare worker: required for recording observations and tracking progress.
Administrator: supports data entry, invoicing, and scheduling tasks.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative. Many employers and colleges accept it in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above. It's the natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult education centres if you prefer the traditional qualification route.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in health and social care, business, or construction require a Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria.
