Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Oldham – Hollinwood Academy
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Oldham. Classes run at Hollinwood Academy. Learning is tailored to your individual needs and goals, as set out in your EHCP. This level 1 functional skills maths course typically runs over two years, full-time during the day. It covers the practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, and is a recognised gcse maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges. The level you're entered for is matched to your abilities and aspirations.
Who this course is for
Learners follow a course tailored to their individual needs and desired outcomes as agreed in their EHCP and are entered for appropriate accreditation according to their abilities and aspirations.
Entry requirements
Academic ability
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems linked to real situations.
You'll use measurements, including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money calculations and check answers for accuracy.
You'll understand and use simple formulas and ratios.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Hollinwood Academy. Learning is planned around your EHCP and individual goals. Assessment is through a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll also complete tasks and activities in class to build your skills before the exam. Your teacher will track your progress and help you prepare for assessment at the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hollinwood Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths skills used daily for stock and payments.
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and checking quantities.
Care assistant: recording figures and following written instructions.
Kitchen assistant: weighing ingredients and following recipes.
Delivery driver's mate: reading schedules and handling paperwork.
Cleaner or facilities operative: following instructions involving measurements.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by most employers and further education providers.
GCSE Mathematics: if you want a traditional qualification after completing Level 1.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in health and social care, construction, or business require Level 1 maths as a starting point.
