Level 2 Functional Skills Maths Course in Biggleswade. Classes run at Ivel Valley School, full-time during the day. Funding is available for some learners, and fees may apply for others. This is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges that ask for GCSE maths or equivalent. The course runs over one year and covers the maths skills used in everyday work and life. You'll sit an OCR assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
functional skills Maths level 2
Entry requirements
Basic maths
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll solve problems involving ratio and proportion.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll apply maths to real-world contexts such as money, measurement, and time.
You'll use formulae and carry out calculations accurately.
You'll check and evaluate your answers using estimation and approximation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Ivel Valley School. Assessment is by a written exam set by OCR. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to practical problems. There is no coursework component. 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. Ivel Valley School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: many office roles ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts assistant: supports day-to-day bookkeeping and financial tasks.
Retail supervisor: stock control and cash handling require confident numeracy.
Healthcare support worker: medication calculations and record-keeping need solid maths.
Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and inventory roles use maths daily.
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeship programmes require a Level 2 maths qualification.
What you could study next
Level 3 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics: moves you to a higher level of maths reasoning and problem-solving.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners use Level 2 Functional Skills as a stepping stone toward sitting a GCSE.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: entry to accounting qualifications typically requires Level 2 maths.
Any Level 3 vocational qualification: most require Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
