Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Coalville. Classes run at Stephenson College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering number skills, fractions, decimals, percentages, data handling, and everyday problem-solving. No previous qualifications are required. Acceptance is by individual interview and assessment. The course runs over one year. This is a recognised GCSE maths alternative for work and further study.
Who this course is for
The course is tailored to individual needs and sessions run in a supportive environment with experienced teachers. The course is suitable for people who want to increase their confidence, progress at work, get a job or help their children. The course will help you improve your general number skills, eg fractions, decimals and percentage as well as working with data, eg calculating averages and working with measurements. It will also teach you how to use maths to solve everyday problems. At the end of the course there will be an external exam.
Entry requirements
No qualifications are necessary, but an Entry Level 3 Maths qualification would be an advantage. Acceptance is by individual interview and assesssment.
What you will learn
You'll work with fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll calculate averages and interpret data.
You'll use measurements and work with shape, space, and scale.
You'll apply maths to solve everyday problems at home and at work.
You'll develop number skills across a range of real situations.
How you will learn
You'll attend daytime classes at Stephenson College, taught by experienced teachers. Learning is tailored to your individual needs. At the end of the course, you'll sit an external exam set by Pearson Edexcel. Your progress is supported throughout by your teaching team.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stephenson College 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 counting and measurement are part of the role
Care assistant: numeracy is needed for medication and record-keeping
Catering assistant: portion control and ordering require basic maths
Apprentice in a trade: most apprenticeships require Level 1 maths as a minimum
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the natural next step, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers and colleges require. Stephenson College offers this progression route.
Vocational courses: a Level 1 functional skills maths qualification can open entry to selected vocational programmes where a maths foundation is needed.
