If you would like to improve your Maths, have you considered enrolling on a FREE Functional Skills Maths course? We offer both Level 1 and Level 2 courses.
Functional Skills Maths is a 12 week programme that can help build your skills and confidence, some of the topics that will be covered include:
- working with fractions
- decimal places
- percentages and ratios
- conversion
- measurements
- volumes
- data tables
- probability and analysis
We support you through this development journey working towards passing the accredited qualification Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or Level 2
Initial Assessments
If you’re not sure which course is right for you, we offer a free assessment tool to help your progress and to guide you to the appropriate level.
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- Introduction to Functional Skills Maths
- Preparation for Functional Skills Maths
- Functional Skills Maths Entry 3 Course
- Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course
- Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course
- Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Fast Track Course
Introduction to Functional Skills Maths
Evening course available
This is a short introduction for learners who are considering enrolling onto the full accredited Functional Skills course and gives an overview of the programme, including course content and the input required from the learner.
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| 5th August 2025 | 10.00-11.00 | Gwynneth Morgan Centre, Sw18 2HJ | REGISTER HERE | 30th July 2025 |
| 8th August 2025 | 10.00-11.00 | Online via Google | REGISTER HERE | 4th August 2025 |
| 2nd September 2025 (evening) | 18.30-19.30 | Online via Google | REGISTER HERE | 27th August 2025 |
Preparation for Functional Skills Maths
Weekly classes
This short course is designed for individuals who either want to enrol in a full Functional Skills program or simply want to refresh their basic maths skills. Over four weekly, hour-long classes, you can participate in this standalone course to rebuild your skills or to prepare for the longer programme. The course will cover:
- Multiplication
- Division
- Subtraction and complex adding
- Fractions
You will develop a foundation in these essential skills, enabling you to operate effectively in a variety of contexts or to prepare for further education where a Functional Skills qualification is required to progress.
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| New dates to be announced for September 2025 | TBA | Online via Google | Closed | Closed |
Functional Skills Maths Entry 3 Course
Weekly classes
The purpose of Functional Skills Mathematics Entry Level qualifications is to demonstrate a sound grasp of the basics of mathematical skills, and the ability to apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar situations.
Topics covered will include:
- Fractions and decimals
- Measures, shape and space
- Handling basic data
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| New dates to be announced for September 2025 | TBA | Wandsworth Library, 9 Courthouse Way, London SW18 4QG | REGISTER HERE | Closed |
Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course
Weekly classes. Evening course available
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| 9th September – 2nd December 2025 (evening) | 18.30-20.30 | Online via Google | REGISTER HERE | 3rd September 2025 |
| 12th September – 5th December 2025 Evening) | 13.00-15.00 | Online via Google | REGISTER HERE | 3rd September 2025 |
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course
Weekly classes
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is accepted by many employers and higher education institutions as an alternative to a GCSE Maths 9 to 4 (A* to C). This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop their mathematical skills to help them gain the most from work, education and everyday life.
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| 12th September – 12th December 2025 | T10.00-12.00 | Online/Gwynneth Morgan Centre, Sw18 2HJ | REGISTER HERE | 6th September 2025 |
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Fast Track Course
Weekly classes
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is accepted by many employers and higher education institutions as an alternative to a GCSE Maths 9 to 4 (A* to C). This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop their mathematical skills to help them gain the most from work, education and everyday life.
This is a new fast-track Functional Skills Maths Level 2 course, where you could achieve you a recognized qualification in 8 weeks in time for September 2024.
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| New dates to be announced | TBA | Online or Gwynneth Morgan Centre, SW18 2HJ | Closed | Closed |
ENQUIRE
For more information please contact:
t: 0208 871 8055
e: edlifelong@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk
These courses are free for those who meet all the following funding requirements:
– you live in a London /Greater London Borough*
– you are not in full time education
– you have not achieved this qualification before
– you are aged 19 or older on 31st August 2024
-Have permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months from the first day of learning
If you don’t have permission to live in the UK for 12 months from the first day of learning there are exemptions which can be discussed with the IAG advisor that will contact you.
*There are occasions when funding is available for learners who don’t live in a London borough. Email edlifelong@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to find out if this applies to you.