NCFE Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics
Ref:
603/5053/2
Sector:
Preparation for Life and Work
Features:
Teaching materials available Functional skills
Registration & certification fee:
£18.00
Level:
Entry Level 2
Minimum entry age:
Pre-16
GLH:
55
TQT:
61
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About this qualification:
The purpose of Functional Skills Mathematics Entry Level qualifications are to demonstrate a sound grasp of the underpinning skills and basics of mathematical skills appropriate to the level, and the ability to apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar situations.
Who is it suitable for?
For learners looking to become confident in their use of fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills.
Functional Skills qualifications support learners to demonstrate their understanding by applying their knowledge and skills to solve simple mathematical problems or carry out simple tasks.
Entry requirements
There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification and no minimum age requirement has been set for registration.
Qualification structure:
The controlled assessment is divided into 2 sections:
• Section A: The non-calculator section
• Section B: The calculator section
Useful Links
Regulations for the Conduct of Controlled Assessment
Qualification Specific Instructions for Delivery (QSID)
Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy
Contextualised Assessment Request Form
Diagnostic and Assessment Tools
Department for Education Subject Content for Maths
Support materials
Qualification specification (PDF | 337 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 401 KB)
Entry Level Functional Skills Maths qualification factsheet (PDF | 117 KB)
Functional Skills mapping document - Entry Level 2 Maths (PDF | 183 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Assessment materials
NCFE has password protected the latest paper-based controlled assessment Sample Assessment Materials and Mark Scheme. You are now able to use these as current and valid mock assessments. To access the documents, you will need to log in.
A new set of practice papers is coming soon.
Assessor standardisation instructions - Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics (DOCX | 1889 KB)
Assessor instructions (PDF | 208 KB)
Assessment tracking document (XLSX | 30 KB)
Top tips for Functional Skills Maths assessments (PDF | 87 KB)
Assessment topics (DOCX | 71 KB)
Teaching materials
Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry Level 2) Scheme of Work (2025)
An exemplary scheme of work that includes detailed session plans covering the full Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics curriculum.
Free
Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry Level 2) Resources (2025)
A comprehensive suite of resources including PowerPoint sessions with class activities and embedded videos, some with AI-powered presenters; learner workbooks support learning for sessions, and end-of-topic project workbooks consolidate that learning.
£150.00
Unit breakdown
Mathematics