Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Exam

Book your Functional Skills Maths Level 1 exam. Take your Level 1 Maths exam online with remote exam invigilation.

You can sit your Functional Skills Maths exam from home or anywhere with access to a laptop/computer and the internet. Your invigilator will check that you’re sitting the exam under exam conditions.

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FAQs

Should I do a mock exam before I take my real one?

You will improve your chances of a first time pass by 74% if you take a tutor supported mock exam with feedback. The cost of this is £49 and we advise all learners to take a mock exam.

Is Functional Skills the same as a GCSE?

Functional Skills Level 2 qualifications are recognised by training providers as an equivalent to a GCSE Grade A*- C (4-9). They are also widely accepted by employers, colleges, and universities. Although we do recommend checking this with the university concerned.

Is the qualification the same as one I might take in a test centre?

Yes, Functional Skills qualifications are Ofqual approved. This means that the qualification is an official, UK government approved qualification that is equivalent to a GCSE.

What is the duration of the Functional Skills Maths Level 2 exam?

The Functional Skills Maths Level 2 exam is 2 hours:

30 minutes for the Functional Skills non-calculator questions
1 hour and 30 minutes for questions where you’re allowed to use a calculator.

Is the exam online or paper-based?

Our Functional Skills Maths exam is an online exam. We're unable to offer remote paper-based Functional Skills Maths exams.

I’ve purchased the exam, but I’ve changed my mind. Can I have a refund?

If you cancel within seven days of purchasing, there will be an admin fee of £50. However, if we have registered you with the awarding body, this fee will increase to £75. We do not offer refunds on exam purchases that are over 7 days.

How quickly can I take the exam after booking?

After purchasing your exam, we will contact you via email (please check your spam if you do not receive this) to ask you for Your ID. This is needed to register you with the awarding body and will be checked on the day of your exam.

Registration takes 5 working days. This means, subject to availability, you can take your exam within a week of purchase.

Do I need to do anything between purchasing my exam and taking the exam?

Once you have purchased the exam, one of our tutors will get in touch to discuss dates and times and to ask you for your ID. We will also suggest that you complete one of the free awarding bodies self-marking mock exams or purchase one of our tutor marked mocks to ensure you are ready.

A week before the exam, we will contact you again to provide you with some mock preparation techniques and exam specifications/rules. This will enable you to fully prepare for the exam.

The day before the exam, we will email you a reminder of the time and information relating to the software you need to download. We will also take this opportunity to wish you luck!
On the day of your exam, you will be sent a link to a video call by one of our Ofqual-approved invigilators who will assist you in setting up your exam.

What if I need to reschedule my exam after I have booked the date?

You can reschedule your exam once, without charge, if it is over seven days from the actual date of the exam. Additional reschedules will be charged at £50 to cover the cost of administration etc.

Who is the exam accredited with?

We'll give you a choice of examining bodies. Do you need your certificate urgently? We'll recommend the examining body with the quickest turnaround for exam results.

What is the pass mark for the Functional Skills Maths exam?

Indicative pass marks are an indication of what the pass mark will be. Please see the table below for indicative pass marks for each course.

Level	Subject	Marks available	Indicative Pass Mark (Upper end of the range of pass marks)
Level 1	Mathematics	60	33
Level 2	Mathematics	60	33
Level 1	Reading	30	19
Level 2	Reading	30	20
Level 1	Writing	54	31
Level 2	Writing	54	31

When will I get my results for the final exam?

It usually takes up to 2 weeks but is often much quicker.

It can be longer if the awarding body reviews your exam marking or they’re in the process of adjusting their grade boundaries.

If you need your results quickly, we can provide an e-certificate while your certificates are in the post.

How much does it cost to resit my Functional Skills Maths exam?

Functional Skills Maths resits are £150 per exam.