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If you want to improve your Maths skills for work, further study, to support your children with their homework, or to simply make everyday life a bit easier, then you’ve come to the right place.
Developing mathematical skills is so important both for everyday life and the workplace. At Skills and Learning, we offer daytime and evening courses with both online and classroom-based options. If you do not currently have GCSE Maths Grade 4 (C), we can offer you a funded course. It is important that you attend the course every week.
Please note: We are currently not accepting enrolments for our GCSE Maths courses. However, we will be offering new classes starting in September 2025. Enrolments will open in April 2025. In the meantime, please consider enrolling on one of our Functional Skills courses.
Please enrol on an admission session if you are interested in Entry Level Maths, Functional Skills Maths.
For information about Multiply, a government funded project for free maths courses, click here.
Before the admission session, we ask that all learners complete an online assessment; a link will be sent to you with further instructions. If you require further help or would prefer to speak to an advisor, please ring 01202 123444 or email enquiries@salbcp.com.
Alternatively, you are welcome to visit one of our centres in Poole, Bournemouth, Blandford, Dorchester or Weymouth. Find your nearest centre here.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Why study Functional Skills Maths with Skills & Learning?
A Functional Skills qualification is great study option because it allows you to develop skills you need in everyday life and concentrates on essential problem-solving skills that you are likely to use on a daily basis, rather than in-depth theory which is the focus of GCSE. It is also possible to start a Functional Skills course with Skills and Learning at set points during the year and depending on your starting point and the progress you make, can be completed in in a shorter space of time than GCSE. Functional skills qualifications are great for those who want to further their career or go back into education later in life as they are recognised as equivalent to GCSE by many employers and universities.
If you do not yet have a Maths GCSE grade 4 (C) or above, your study will be fully funded by the Government. It is important that you make the commitment to attend your course every week. Find out more about our finance options here.
What is Functional Skills Maths?
Functional Skills Maths is a qualification that focuses on practical maths skills to enable learners to gain confidence and be able to apply mathematical skills and knowledge to everyday situations. Functional Skills Maths can help you develop better problem-solving skills, enhance your employability and open new doors for you to help you progress in your education and career. Functional Skills Maths qualifications are usually taken at Level 1 or Level 2, although in some cases they can also be suitable for those studying at Entry level.
Is Functional Skills Maths equivalent to GCSE?
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths is accepted by many employers and educational institutions as an equivalent to a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in mathematics and is great for those who want a more flexible alternative to traditional GCSE Maths.
How to pass Functional Skills Maths?
The best way to pass Functional Skills Maths is to attend all classes and to talk to your tutor if you are unsure of anything covered in the session. Practice is essential to passing the exam, so doing plenty of study after the classes will help to improve your understanding. We provide lots of support and resources here at Skills and Learning to ensure you are as fully prepared for the exam as possible.
Can I do Functional Skills Maths online?
Yes, at Skills and Learning we run online Functional Skills Maths courses which allow you to join the classes from the comfort of your own home. However, you will need to come into one of our centres to take the exam.
Studying maths could lead to…
New qualifications
At Skills & Learning, we offer a range of qualifications to suit all abilities, including stepping-stone assessments, Functional Skills and GCSE.
New job prospects
Maths is an essential skill needed for most job roles. Improving your knowledge and skills can therefore help boost your job prospects and open up new opportunities.
More confidence when working with numbers
Learning more about Maths can help you have more confidence when working with numbers, whether that’s at home, in your daily life or at work.
Beginner
Maths for Everyday
Small supportive classes suitable for learners who want to develop basic knowledge and confidence.
Entry Level 1 to Level 2
Improve your Maths
Up to 36 weeks term-time only.
A range of courses at different levels from Entry Level 1 to Level 2. For those who want to improve skills and work towards a qualification.
Level 2
Maths Fast Track Online Level 2
Advanced course for those who want an opportunity to achieve a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in 17 weeks.
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Maths Express Online Level 2
An intensive 10-week Functional Skills course for those willing to commit to 2 classes per week.
GCSE
GCSE Maths
September start only.
For those who want a more academic GCSE qualification and can commit to a significant amount of independent study.
How do I enrol?
1. Once you know you would like to study maths with us, please book yourself an admission session. This is a chance for us to meet you, assess your current working level and ensure you are placed on the best course for you.
2. After your admission session, we will offer you a place on a course best suited to your ability. You can then enrol for this online. We will try our best to offer you a course at a convenient time and place for you based on your needs.
“I really enjoyed coming to the course. Helped me to believe I can do it! Gives you confidence you can work out more in everyday life”
“Learning Maths has been fun with a great group of people”
“The tutors and members of staff are very helpful which I really do appreciate. I would definitely recommend this course to anybody.”
“A brilliant experience. I didn’t know I could do Maths until I came here.”
“I have gained Entry 3 but my main accomplishment is the confidence I have gained. I’m going to take Level 1 next”
“I didn’t like Maths and didn’t think I was very good at it. Turns out I love it and I am quite good at it”
