Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Kettering. Classes run at Tresham College Kettering Campus. This full-time daytime course runs over one year, giving you focused, structured study through the week. You'll build practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, covering number, measures, and data handling. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification sits one step below GCSE grade 4, making it a recognised gcse maths alternative for many employers and further study routes.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and use measurements, including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll read and use charts, tables, and graphs to find and compare information.
You'll solve problems involving money and budgeting.
You'll use basic geometry, including area, perimeter, and shape properties.
You'll apply maths to realistic everyday and workplace situations.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Tresham College Kettering Campus, with daytime sessions across the week. Learning is hands-on and task-based, applying maths to real situations. Assessment is by a written external exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Kettering Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require a level 1 maths qualification
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily
Care assistant: uses maths for medication measurements and record-keeping
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion sizes
Construction labourer: reads measurements and calculates materials
Receptionist: manages bookings, payments, and basic data entry
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the recognised gcse maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges that ask for GCSE Maths grade 4 or above.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in health and social care, construction, and business require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of their entry requirements.
