Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Morpeth for Young People with an EHCP
CostFunded through your local authority
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For pupils of Collingwood School and Media Arts College with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.
Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Morpeth. Classes run at Collingwood School and Media Arts College. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, from handling numbers and measurements to working with data. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes 12 months. Level 1 is a recognised step toward Level 2, the GCSE maths equivalent that many employers ask for.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who would like to improve their numerical skills, perhaps to get a job or begin a course or training. It will help you to communicate well in everyday situations and build your confidence.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You will have completed Functional Skills Entry Level.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll use measurements and apply them to real calculations.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and everyday data.
You'll check your own calculations and explain your reasoning.
You'll apply maths to situations you're likely to meet at work or in daily life.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Collingwood School and Media Arts College, with daytime sessions across the full academic year. Assessment is through a written exam set and marked by AQA. There is no coursework component. Your teacher will track your progress throughout the course and prepare you for the exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Collingwood School and Media Arts College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily.
Warehouse operative: uses measurements, quantities, and stock records.
Care assistant: records observations and manages medication quantities.
Catering assistant: follows recipes, portions, and food cost calculations.
Construction labourer: reads measurements and calculates materials.
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Level 1 maths as a minimum.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics: the GCSE maths alternative accepted by most employers and colleges. The natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Maths: available at many further education colleges if you want the traditional qualification.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in health and social care, construction, or business require Level 1 maths as a minimum entry point.
