Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Corby. Classes run at CKW Academy. You'll have an initial assessment in the first few weeks to confirm this is the right level and to plan your programme. The course covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, from calculations and fractions to data and problem-solving. At 75 hours, it's a focused level 1 functional skills maths course you can complete as part of a full-time daytime programme. This level 1 functional skills maths qualification is a recognised gcse maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll use whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and measurement.
You'll work with simple formulas and understand ratio and proportion.
You'll check and verify calculations using different methods.
You'll apply maths to real tasks in work and everyday situations.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at CKW Academy, with teaching tailored to your starting point and goals. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. Your programme is planned with you at the start, taking into account your prior achievements and career aims.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CKW Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths used daily for cash handling and stock
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and checking deliveries
Care assistant: recording observations and calculating doses
Catering assistant: weighing, portioning, and costing ingredients
Construction labourer: measuring materials and reading plans
Administrator: handling data, invoices, and basic figures
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by employers and further education providers.
GCSE Mathematics: if you want a graded GCSE qualification, some centres offer this alongside or after Level 2.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 or 3: many trade and professional courses require Level 2 maths as part of their entry criteria.
