Home Education Programme


Functional Skills are nationally recognised Maths and English qualifications designed around the practical skills needed for further education, apprenticeships, employment and everyday life.

Rather than following the broader academic content of a GCSE, Functional Skills focuses on applying Maths and English confidently in real-world situations.

Level 1 sits at the same qualification level as GCSE grades 1โ€“3, while Level 2 sits at the same qualification level as GCSE grades 4โ€“9. They are different qualifications rather than direct GCSE grade equivalents, and individual colleges, employers and courses may have their own entry requirements.

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Already prepared for your Functional Skills qualification and just need somewhere to sit the exam?

We offer an exam-only option for Functional Skills Maths and English at Level 1 and Level 2, giving learners the flexibility to gain their qualification without enrolling on our full 10-month programme.

Exams are taken online, making this a simple and accessible option for home-educated learners and independent candidates.

Exam entry: ยฃ125 per exam.