Functional Skills Exam Day Tips, What to Expect and How to Prepare

The Day of Your Functional Skills Exam Doesn’t Have to Be Stressful

It’s normal to feel nervous on exam day — but with the right preparation, you’ll walk in feeling calm and ready. Whether you’re taking the Online Functional Skills Maths Exam or English Level 2 Exam, knowing what to expect helps you stay focused.

Here’s how I prepared and passed with confidence through Intech Centre, and how you can do the same.

What to Expect on Exam Day

Online Functional Skills Exams

If you’ve booked an online exam, make sure:

You have a working laptop or PC

Your webcam and microphone are functional

You’re in a quiet room with no distractions

Once you log in, an invigilator will walk you through the process. You’ll take the Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Exam or Functional Skills English Level 2 Exam directly from your screen.

In-Centre Functional Skills Exams

Prefer to sit your exam in person? Intech Centre offers Functional Skills Courses in London, where you can complete your exam at the centre in a quiet, professional environment.

How to Prepare the Night Before

Use Practice Papers from the Right Source

I used mock tests available through the Functional Skills English Online Course and Private Functional Skills in Maths. Doing full papers under timed conditions helped me master the format and pacing.

Get Everything Ready

If your exam is online, prep your room. If it’s in-centre, plan your route and pack your ID. For either case, get a good night’s sleep and stay hydrated.

Exam Day Tips That Actually Work

Arrive early or log in early — give yourself 20 minutes buffer

Read instructions slowly — don’t rush the start

Flag questions — come back later if needed

Use your time wisely — both Functional Skills English and Maths exams are generous with time

Watch more walkthroughs on the Intech Centre YouTube Channel if you want to know what the exam screen looks like and how to navigate it.

How Intech Centre Helped Me Pass

What helped me the most were:

The online resources in the Functional Skills English Online Course

The structure of the Functional Skills Maths Online Exam

Tutor support in Private Functional Skills Maths

Access to Functional Skills English Exam mock tests