Free Level 1 Maths (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) Course in Wandsworth. Evening classes run at South Thames College - Tooting Centre, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs for 14 weeks part-time. It builds the maths skills you need to progress toward Functional Skills Maths Level 1 and Level 2. You'll work through number, measure, and problem-solving at a steady pace. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll use measurements and handle data in practical situations.
You'll solve number problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll interpret and use simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll apply maths to real-life tasks such as budgeting, time, and distance.
You'll build the skills needed to move on to Functional Skills Maths Level 1.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at South Thames College - Tooting Centre. Sessions are tutor-led with guided practice and exercises. Assessment is through tasks and activities completed during the course. There is no formal written exam for this stepping stones qualification. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the 14 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Tooting Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, change, and stock counts daily.
Warehouse operative: uses measurement and numerical data on the job.
Care assistant: records figures and follows numerical instructions.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion quantities.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reads rotas, times, and quantities.
Administrative assistant: supports offices with basic numerical tasks.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the natural next step after this course, building toward the Level 2 qualification that many employers and colleges require.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: recognised by employers as equivalent to a GCSE Maths pass. Opens doors to further training, apprenticeships, and many job applications.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: often studied alongside maths to strengthen your overall employability.
