Entry 3 – Functional Skills Maths for ESOL Learners

The ESOL Functional Skills Maths – Entry Level 3 course is designed for adults learning English who already have basic maths skills and want to improve them for everyday life, work, or further study. It helps learners use maths confidently in real situations like budgeting, measuring, and reading charts. The course is taught in simple English with visual support and lots of practice, and is flexible to suit different schedules. It’s ideal for ESOL learners looking to build confidence, prepare for Level 1 Maths, or become more independent in daily tasks.

Modules:

Numbers & Operations

• Work with whole numbers up to 1,000

• Add and subtract up to 3-digit numbers

• Multiply and divide basic numbers

• Understand simple decimals and fractions

• Recognise sequences and round numbers

Rounding of Numbers

• Round numbers (under 1,000) and money (£/p)

• Nearest 10, 100, £1, or 10p

Fractions

• Understand and convert thirds, quarters, fifths, and tenths

• Convert between fractions and decimals

Measurement

• Calculate with money

• Read time (am/pm and 24-hour clock)

• Convert between metric and imperial units (length, weight, capacity, temperature)

• Use rulers and scales accurately

Geometry & Shape

• Identify and sort 2D and 3D shapes

• Describe edges, faces, symmetry

• Use positional language, compass directions, and turns

Handling Data

• Extract information from tables and lists

• Create and interpret bar and line graphs

• Use frequency tables

Applying Maths in Real Life

• Solve everyday problems (shopping, cooking, travel)

• Use estimation and checking methods

• Present solutions using numbers and charts