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Free maths and English courses for adults
Free Level 1 practice in maths and English for adults, online and at your own pace. Start with a free level check, then move on to Functional Skills when you want a qualification.
- Free: no card, no trial, no catch
- Level 1 practice in maths and English
- A free level check so you know where to begin
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Not sure where to begin?
Take the free English and maths level check: 8 quick questions a subject, no sign-up, and a Level 1 or Level 2 guide straight away.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Are there free maths and English courses for adults online?
Yes. Lift College has a free maths course and a free English course for adults, each with four Level 1 practice units. They are practice, not qualifications. Your free account opens the English and maths level check straight away. The free units are added to the same account as they are released, at no cost.
Which should I start with?
Take the free English and maths level check first. It takes 8 quick questions a subject and shows whether you are nearer Level 1 or Level 2, so you start in the right place.
How do I get a maths or English qualification?
Functional Skills Maths and English at Level 1 or Level 2 are regulated qualifications with an on-screen exam you can sit from home. Level 2 is the same level as GCSE grade 4.