Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Oldham for Young People with an EHCP – New Bridge School
CostFunded through your local authority
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For pupils of New Bridge School with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.
About this course
Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Oldham. Classes run at New Bridge School. Learning is tailored to your individual needs and outcomes, 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 data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll use measurements and apply them to practical problems.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and everyday calculations.
You'll check and explain your working clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at New Bridge School, with teaching matched to your EHCP targets and personal goals. Assessment is through a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll be entered for the assessment when your tutor judges you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New Bridge School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths used daily for stock, cash, and orders.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and checking quantities.
Care assistant: recording observations and handling basic calculations.
Kitchen assistant: weighing, portioning, and following recipes.
Catering assistant: handling orders, quantities, and stock.
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 traditional GCSE grade, Level 2 Functional Skills is strong preparation.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria.
