Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Sittingbourne
CostFREE
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Sittingbourne. Classes run at Meadowfield 6th Form Centre, full-time during the day. There are no formal entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers number, measure, and data handling in practical, everyday contexts. It typically takes 9 months to complete. A Level 1 functional skills maths qualification is a recognised stepping stone toward the Level 2, which employers and colleges accept as a GCSE maths equivalent.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who wants to improve their confidence and ability in maths, perhaps to get a job, begin a further education course or work related training.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You will have an initial assessment to establish which Functional Skills level of entry is right for you.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical situations.
You'll use measurements, shapes, and space to solve everyday problems.
You'll read and interpret tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll handle and present data clearly.
You'll apply maths to real tasks such as budgeting, measuring, and comparing quantities.
You'll check and explain your working to show how you reached an answer.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Meadowfield 6th Form Centre, with tutor-led sessions and practice tasks. Assessment is by a written exam set by OCR. You'll need to show you can apply maths skills to practical problems. Your tutor will use the initial assessment to plan your learning and track your progress toward the exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Meadowfield 6th Form Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for Level 1 or Level 2 maths
Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks require solid numeracy
Care assistant: numeracy is checked during care sector recruitment
Catering assistant: portion control and ordering involve everyday maths
Apprentice in construction or engineering: maths is part of most apprenticeship entry checks
Administrator: handling data, invoices, and spreadsheets needs confident numeracy
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the next step up, and the qualification employers and colleges accept as a GCSE maths alternative. Many job adverts and further education courses ask for Level 2 as a minimum.
GCSE Maths: available at some centres if you want to sit the full GCSE alongside or after Functional Skills.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 or 3: most require a maths qualification at Level 1 or Level 2 as part of their entry criteria.
