Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Scunthorpe. Classes run at Ashby Community Hub, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE grade 4 or above. The course covers a wide range of maths skills, from working with numbers and fractions to using data and solving problems in everyday contexts. You'll also have the option to support your learning from home via Google Classroom. The course runs for around 55 hours in total. You must be aged 19 or over on 31 August 2025 to join.
Who this course is for
This course will help you to improve your Maths skills if you do not have a GCSE grade 4 (or A*- C grade. You will be provided with an opportunity to learn and develop a wide range of mathematics skills. We provide a welcoming learning environment with excellent learning resources and facilities. Tutors are experienced, well qualified and offer industry experience within their subjects. Learning may also be accessible from home via the Google Education Suite (Google Classroom) and/ or One Advanced to allow learners to make progress.
Entry requirements
You will be required to attend an initial assessment to determine your eligibility for the course. This will give us the information we need about your skills and abilities and will help us to decide which course and level will be most suitable for you.
Your English must also be to a standard that will enable you to complete any written mathematical questions. You must also complete an online induction. You must be aged 19+ on 31 August 2026 to join this course.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages.
You'll use ratios and proportional reasoning in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and construct charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll calculate with measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve multi-step problems using mathematical reasoning.
You'll apply maths to real-world situations such as finance and planning.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Ashby Community Hub, with access to online resources via Google Classroom for additional study at home. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll complete an initial assessment before starting so the course can be matched to the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ashby Community Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts clerk or finance assistant: numerical accuracy is a core requirement.
Care assistant: employers and care sector training often require a GCSE maths alternative.
Retail supervisor: stock, cash handling, and reporting all draw on these skills.
Teaching assistant: schools require maths at this level for support roles.
Warehouse or logistics coordinator: working with quantities, weights, and data.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: pairs well with your maths qualification and is often required alongside it by employers and training providers.
GCSE Maths: if you want a traditional GCSE grade, this qualification gives you a strong foundation.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many courses in health and social care, business, and construction require Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
