Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Barnsley. Classes run at Royston Lifelong Learning Centre, with daytime sessions spread across 36 weeks to fit around other commitments. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers the practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, from working with numbers and fractions to interpreting data and solving problems. You'll start with a guidance session to make sure this is the right level for you. A functional skills maths qualification at Level 1 sits below GCSE grade 4, making it a recognised gcse maths alternative for many employers and courses.
Who this course is for
Anyone. Please contact us for more information.
Entry requirements
An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll use basic measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll read and interpret tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve straightforward problems involving money and everyday calculations.
You'll understand and use simple ratios and proportions.
You'll apply maths to real tasks such as planning, budgeting, and measuring.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Royston Lifelong Learning Centre. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1 is by a written external test. This covers both a non-calculator section and a calculator section. Your tutor will prepare you through practice tasks and worked examples during the course before you sit the final assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Royston Lifelong Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for maths at Level 1 or above.
Retail sales assistant: handling transactions and stock requires solid number skills.
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and data entry are part of the role.
Catering assistant: portion control and ordering involve everyday maths.
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with numeracy requires your own secure maths.
Administrator: invoicing, scheduling, and data tasks use the skills covered at this level.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by most employers and colleges.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult learning centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in health and social care, business, or construction require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of their entry requirements.
