Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Milton Keynes. Daytime classes run at MK Christian Foundation. This level 1 functional skills maths course typically runs over 8 months and is often combined with practical work experience in areas such as cycle maintenance, horticulture, catering, or childcare. You'll build the maths skills employers look for, working toward a recognised functional skills maths qualification. There are no entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning at the right level. A useful gcse maths alternative if you want a qualification that fits around work-based training.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for young people who would like to improve their maths skills and work towards achieving a Functional Skills qualification.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements, this is usually offered as part of one our enterprise work based training courses in cycle maintenance, horticulture, catering or childcare. Where you will gain valuable work experience as well as work towards qualifications in maths,english and employability.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measurements and apply them to practical tasks.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and quantities.
You'll check and correct calculations using estimation and rounding.
You'll apply maths skills relevant to work and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll attend daytime classes at MK Christian Foundation, with flexible study to fit around any work-based training you're doing alongside the course. Learning is practical and applied to real contexts. Assessment is through a written test set by NOCN. You'll sit the test when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. MK Christian Foundation will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Childcare assistant: many employers ask for maths at Level 1 or above.
Kitchen assistant or catering support: maths used daily for measures and stock.
Horticulture or grounds maintenance worker: practical maths applied on the job.
Cycle mechanic or workshop assistant: measurements and calculations matter.
Warehouse or logistics operative: picking, packing, and stock counting roles.
Retail assistant: handling money, quantities, and basic data.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers and colleges require.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: often studied alongside maths to strengthen your overall employability profile.
Vocational qualifications in childcare, catering, horticulture, or cycle maintenance at Level 2, building on the work experience you gain during this course.
