Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Pickering. Evening classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs for 18 weeks part-time. It covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, from number and fractions to problem-solving with data. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification sits one step below the GCSE maths equivalent standard. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Level 1 or higher qualification
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll use basic algebra and understand simple formulas.
You'll interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll measure and work with shape, space, and scale.
You'll solve maths problems set in everyday and work contexts.
You'll check and explain your working clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Atmosphere Centre for Young People. Teaching covers both the underpinning skills and their practical application. Assessment is by a written external exam set by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass both a skills check and the final exam to earn your certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: maths skills support invoicing, scheduling, and data entry.
Retail or stock assistant: handling cash, pricing, and stock counts.
Care assistant: recording measurements, medication amounts, and care notes.
Warehouse operative: counting, labelling, and checking deliveries.
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion costs.
Customer service advisor: calculating quotes, refunds, and charges.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative. Many employers and colleges ask for Level 2 as a minimum.
GCSE Maths: available through some adult education centres if you want the traditional qualification.
Vocational Level 2 qualifications: many require a Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria, so Level 1 is a solid stepping stone.
