Functional Skills Maths
Entry Level 3 to Level 2
Build confidence. Gain a recognised qualification. Take your next step.
Functional Skills Maths is practical qualification designed for adults who want to improve their skills for work, further learning, or everyday life.
Whether you’re looking to boost your job prospects, meet course or apprenticeship requirements, or feel more confident with numbers, these course can help you move forward.
Why Study Functional Skills?
Functional Skills qualifications are nationally recognised and valued by employers and education providers across the UK.
They can help you to:
- Improve your Maths for everyday life
- Progress into work, training, or further education
- Meet entry requirements for courses or apprenticeships
- Build confidence in practical, real‑life situations
You can start at Entry Level 3 and progress up to Level 2, with support throughout.
Maths Functional Skills
Learn practical maths skills you can use every day, including:
- Budgeting, money skills, and understanding payslips
- Measuring, time, and problem‑solving
- Working with data, charts, and percentages
Lessons are clear, relevant, and focused on making maths make sense.
Learning Designed for Adults
Our courses are:
- Taught in a supportive, relaxed environment
- Led by experienced tutors who understand adult learners
- Focused on real‑life skills, not just exams
We help you learn at a pace that suits you and support you every step of the way.
Not Studied for a While?
Many learners haven’t been in education for years or feel nervous about returning. That’s completely normal.
We start you at the right level for you and help you build confidence gradually in a friendly, supportive setting.
Ready to Get Started?
Apply now for one of our ‘Welcome To’ courses. You’ll complete an initial assessment and, if successful, be offered a place on a Functional Skills English or Maths course at a location across the county.
Your future starts with one step—and we’re here to help you take it.
Below Entry Level 3?
If you’re working below Entry Level 3, don’t worry. You can begin on an Everyday Maths course, designed to build confidence and essential skills before progressing to Functional Skills.
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.
How do I enrol?
If you would like to enrol in one of our Functional Skills Maths courses, you will first need to join a Welcome to Maths course. You can do this via the following options:
- Apply online using the links below
- Call our Enquiries Team on 01202 123444
- Visit one of our centres to speak to a member of staff
“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”
