Free functional maths skills courses*

Many people think they can’t “do maths” but that's not true. From managing your money to planning a journey, cooking a meal to driving a car, you use maths all the time.  By completing one of our courses, you will gain confidence in your maths ability and boost your numeracy skills. 

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Doing an adult maths class can help you improve your mental maths too. Whether you want to help the kids with their homework or just overcome your fear of maths, there are a huge amount of everyday situations where your new skills will boost your confidence.

It's not back to school with the WEA

This isn't like "school maths". You'll learn to apply real-world practical maths skills in your work and personal life. You’ll learn how to use fractions, decimals and percentages in the way you use in everyday life.  

Why learn maths as an adult?

No matter what job you have, you’ll use maths skills every day. Research shows having a functional skills maths level two qualification can help you earn more. Many jobs will ask you to have a maths GCSE, so these maths courses will open the door to new opportunities. Maths functional skills course at Level 2 is equivalent to a GCSE Grade C or Grade 4 in maths, employers and education providers should accept these as an alternative to a maths GCSE.

Improve your maths with our friendly and supportive tutors. Our free maths courses can help whatever your goal.

* If you are over 19 and have not obtained GCSE grade C/grade four or higher, you are likely to receive full funding to do one of our adult maths courses. If you do not qualify, we will let you know as part of the application process. You can cancel at any time. Call us on 0300 303 3464 if you want to check anything with us. 

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Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2)

When you’re studying maths at school, it’s sometimes hard to see how you’ll use the skills in real life. All it takes is for someone to explain that ratios help you compare the prices of different products, percentages are used to split bills, and multiplication and division help you set a monthly budget. When you learn in context, it’s easy to see how functional maths is. This Functional Skills Maths Level 2 course is designed using real-life examples to help you improve your maths skills. If you find it easier to learn maths with practical examples, this is the course for you. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
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Dates:
Wed 03/09/2025 -
Wed 10/12/2025
Times:
9:15am - 2:00pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
St Ives Library (St. Ives)
Gabriel Street
St. Ives
TR26 2LX
Tutor:
Jo McIntosh
Course code:
Q00023843
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £440.00

Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths Level 1

Progress to level 1 functional skills in maths. This course helps you learn the necessary maths skills to bridge the gap between entry 3 and level 1 functional maths. Gain numeracy skills for learning, life, and work. Get ready courses help you learn maths as an adult. These preparatory courses give you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need for level 1 maths. This is an adult maths course for people who are looking to progress to level 1 functional skills courses. It is not accredited.
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Dates:
Wed 03/09/2025 -
Fri 07/11/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Holyoake House (Manchester)
Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
M60 0AS
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00023677
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £360.00

Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths Level 2

Are you progressing toward level 2 maths functional skills? If so, this course can prepare you for success at the final step. Learn the necessary maths skills to help you pass level 2 functional skills with flying colours. Get ready courses help you learn maths as an adult. This course gives you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need for level 2 maths and learn at your own pace. This is an adult maths course for people who are looking to progress to level 2 functional skills courses. It is not accredited.
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Dates:
Wed 03/09/2025 -
Fri 07/11/2025
Times:
9:00am - 11:30am
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00022785
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £360.00

Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths Level 2

Are you progressing toward level 2 maths functional skills? If so, this course can prepare you for success at the final step. Learn the necessary maths skills to help you pass level 2 functional skills with flying colours. Get ready courses help you learn maths as an adult. This course gives you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need for level 2 maths and learn at your own pace. This is an adult maths course for people who are looking to progress to level 2 functional skills courses. It is not accredited.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 04/09/2025 -
Thu 20/11/2025
Times:
9:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00023678
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £360.00

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Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths Level 1

Progress to level 1 functional skills in maths. This course helps you learn the necessary maths skills to bridge the gap between entry 3 and level 1 functional maths. Gain numeracy skills for learning, life, and work. Get ready courses help you learn maths as an adult. These preparatory courses give you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need for level 1 maths. This is an adult maths course for people who are looking to progress to level 1 functional skills courses. It is not accredited.
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Dates:
Fri 05/09/2025 -
Fri 23/01/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
21 sessions
Location:
Holyoake House (Manchester)
Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
M60 0AS
Tutor:
Isbah Tehreem
Course code:
Q00022782
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £360.00

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3)

Take your maths skills to the next level to help you with work or study opportunities. Adult maths teaches you practical numeracy skills for everyday life. This entry 3 functional skills maths course offers a practical way to learn maths as an adult. Functional skills maths courses aren’t like studying maths at school. You’ll learn maths in context. Develop maths skills to face real-life situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping. This entry 3 functional maths course is right for you if you want to enhance your maths skills to work or study. It can help you learn essential maths skills employers look for. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 25/09/2025 -
Fri 19/12/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Dolphin Women's Centre (Birmingham)
Ward End Park
Washwood Heath Road
Birmingham
B8 2HB
Tutor:
Humera Mehrban
Course code:
Q00023865
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £440.00

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3)

Take your maths skills to the next level to help you with work or study opportunities. Adult maths teaches you practical numeracy skills for everyday life. This entry 3 functional skills maths course offers a practical way to learn maths as an adult. Functional skills maths courses aren’t like studying maths at school. You’ll learn maths in context. Develop maths skills to face real-life situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping. This entry 3 functional maths course is right for you if you want to enhance your maths skills to work or study. It can help you learn essential maths skills employers look for. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 24/11/2025 -
Wed 25/02/2026
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
24 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Taona Makunde
Course code:
Q00022649
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £440.00

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2)

When you’re studying maths at school, it’s sometimes hard to see how you’ll use the skills in real life. All it takes is for someone to explain that ratios help you compare the prices of different products, percentages are used to split bills, and multiplication and division help you set a monthly budget. When you learn in context, it’s easy to see how functional maths is. This Functional Skills Maths Level 2 course is designed using real-life examples to help you improve your maths skills. If you find it easier to learn maths with practical examples, this is the course for you. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 24/11/2025 -
Wed 18/03/2026
Location:
Holyoake House (Manchester)
Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
M60 0AS
Course code:
Q00023651
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £440.00

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2)

Build up your basic maths skills to help you progress towards work and study opportunities. Adult maths teaches you practical skills for everyday life. This entry 2 functional skills maths course offers a practical way to learn maths as an adult. Understand maths through real-life situations. Functional skills maths entry 2 courses expand your understanding of basic calculations. This can help you learn to manage your personal budget and do other daily tasks. This entry 2 functional maths course is right for you if you want to build on your basic maths skills to work or study. It can help you show employers that you have the essential skills they look for. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 24/11/2025 -
Wed 25/02/2026
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
22 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Taona Makunde
Course code:
Q00023697
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £440.00

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2)

When you’re studying maths at school, it’s sometimes hard to see how you’ll use the skills in real life. All it takes is for someone to explain that ratios help you compare the prices of different products, percentages are used to split bills, and multiplication and division help you set a monthly budget. When you learn in context, it’s easy to see how functional maths is. This Functional Skills Maths Level 2 course is designed using real-life examples to help you improve your maths skills. If you find it easier to learn maths with practical examples, this is the course for you. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 27/11/2025 -
Thu 19/03/2026
Times:
9:30am - 1:30pm
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Andy Dowd
Course code:
Q00022737
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £440.00


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Functional Skills Maths

Gain a GCSE-equivalent qualification with this functional skills maths course. Learn maths skills to open doors to work and study opportunities. Functional maths courses also support you in everyday situations. Learn maths as an adult and enjoy the experience. Functional maths helps you develop practical maths skills in context. Understand how numeracy skills can assist you in a job or your personal life. This functional skills maths course teaches you essential maths skills through practical examples. It’s ideal for you if you would like to gain a GCSE-equivalent maths qualification.
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
P00000006
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
In progress
Fee:
Free