Free Level 1 Maths Course in Ripon. Classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. No exam is required to gain your maths qualification. The course covers 55 hours of learning in total. It's open to adults who don't already hold a Level 1 or higher maths qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and gain a qualification in Maths without having to take an exam.You must not have 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
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll read and interpret data from charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems using everyday contexts.
You'll use measurement and apply basic geometry.
You'll build accuracy in written calculations without relying on a calculator.
You'll develop skills in checking and reviewing your own working.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Ripon Community House Ripon. Assessment is portfolio-based rather than exam-based, so you demonstrate your skills through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you as you build your evidence.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ripon Community House Ripon will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths skills used daily in stock and cash handling.
Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and checking quantities.
Catering assistant: portion sizes, weights, and basic costing.
Receptionist: handling figures, invoices, and appointment schedules.
Childminder or nursery assistant: tracking ratios and daily records.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the recognised GCSE equivalent in maths. Many employers and colleges ask for this level, and it opens doors to further training.
Level 2 Certificate in a vocational subject: once you have your Level 1 maths certificate, you'll meet the numeracy entry requirements for many Level 2 vocational courses in health, business, or construction.
