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✨ Discover if the Functional Skills Curriculum is the right fit for you!
£20/month
What Are Functional Skills & How Do They Compare to GCSEs?
Functional Skills are practical English and Maths courses that help you build real-life skills - you can study Functional Skills as any age and they’re accepted by employers and universities just like GCSEs!
Here’s how the levels compare to GCSEs:
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☕(Mild) Entry Level 3 – This is a beginner level. It’s like starting from the basics and is great if you’re not quite ready for GCSE-level work.
(Below a GCSE Grade 1 or old Grade G).
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🌶️(Spicy) Level 1 – A step up! This is similar to GCSE Grades 1–3 (Old Grades G–D).
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🔥(Hot) Level 2 – This is the big one! It’s equal to a GCSE Grade 4 (which used to be a Grade C) and is accepted by most employers and universities.
Taking An Exam: Options and Advice
Exams Are Optional!
When you're 'Exam Ready', you can CHOOSE to take an exam OR move on to the next level. The goal is to reach the same standard as a GCSE pass!
You can take an online exam through the board linked to the course, which usually costs between £150 and £250, but taking an exam is completely optional—it’s your choice.
You can also shop around and check with local colleges about face-to-face exams, which might be cheaper or even free in some localities.
Feel free to explore your options and pick what works best for you.
🎯 Bonus Tip:
You can move onto GCSE courses at any point if you want!
🎓Ready To Access Full Course? Join Monthly Membership! 💫
(A minimum three-month membership is required per course to cover course fees)
£20/month
🎓 Start Free and Find Your Perfect Level!
We recommend starting with our free membership option as it’s the best way to explore the platform before committing.
Here’s how it works:
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Send us a message inside The HomeSKOOL Hub, and we’ll set you up with your free username and password.
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Once you’re in, you''ll be given the opportunity to complete a maths and English assessment.
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This short assessment helps us recommend the best starting point for you.
✅ Pause the test anytime and come back later
✅ Skip any questions you’re unsure about
You’ll then be able to sample of the course content—and the best part? The free membership is then yours to keep for life!
Think the full course could be a good fit for you? You can upgrade to the full course whenever you’re ready.
🎓Ready To Access Full Course? Join Monthly Membership! 💫
(A minimum three-month membership is required per course to cover course fees)
£20/month
What Is The Course Like?
We're proud to partner with one of the UK's leading Functional Skills providers to offer our members high-quality online learning resources and expert support.
The course is self-paced and designed to suit different learning styles, offering a mix of:
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📚 Revision activities
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❓ Practice questions
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📝 Topic tests
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🎥 Videos, 🧩 quizzes and 💻 interactive slides
Take as much time as you need to study and build a strong understanding of the material.
🎓Ready To Access Full Course? Join Monthly Membership! 💫
(A minimum three-month membership is required per course to cover course fees)
£20/month
What You'll Get
Full Access to the Functional Skills Course
Unlock the complete curriculum for your chosen English or Maths course, including all lessons, activities and topic tests designed to help learners build real-world skills at their own pace.
Interactive, Multi-Style Learning Tools
Enjoy a mix of engaging content like videos, quizzes, interactive slides, and practice questions tailored to different learning styles—making studying easier and more enjoyable.
Progress Tracking & Exam Readiness Support
Track your learner’s progress as they move through the course. Once they’re classed as exam-ready, you'll receive guidance on next steps, including moving up a level or booking an accredited exam.
