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English & Maths, at the right level

Practical, applied qualifications in English and Maths — recognised by colleges, employers and apprenticeships. Available with Pearson Edexcel at Entry Level 3, Level 1 and Level 2, so every learner can work at a level that fits.

English & Maths Pearson Edexcel Entry Level 3 → Level 2 Recognised by employers

Functional Skills English

Pearson Edexcel · Entry Level 3 – Level 2

Entry Level 3

Everyday reading, writing, speaking and listening for routine personal and practical tasks.

Level 1

Clearer communication for work and study — reading for detail and writing structured texts.

Level 2

Confident reading, writing and spoken communication — widely accepted as an alternative to a GCSE grade 4 by many colleges and employers.

Functional Skills Mathematics

Pearson Edexcel · Entry Level 3 – Level 2

Entry Level 3

Whole numbers, money, time and basic measures applied to familiar situations.

Level 1

Fractions, decimals, percentages and handling data for real-world problems.

Level 2

Ratio, proportion, area, and interpreting statistics — broadly equivalent to a GCSE grade 4 for many colleges and employers.

Who it’s for. Functional Skills are primarily a Key Stage 4 option — a route to a recognised English and Maths qualification alongside, or instead of, the IGCSE. Entry Level 3 also suits Key Stage 3 learners building confidence. Within Latitude they sit on the Consolidation route, beside the Foundation lane.

Find the right level.

The placement assessment recommends a starting level in English and Maths — and you can change it any time.

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