English and maths

Maths, not a problem

Has maths always been a mystery to you? Look no further. This short course will introduce you to fun and useful facts which show how maths can be ‘magic’.

When does this start and end?

We have 2 different start dates for this course:

9 February 2023 - 10 February 2023
12 July 2023 - 13 July 2023

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required to study this course. A willingness to learn is essential.

How much does this cost?

FREE*

* This course is fully funded for eligible students.

If you are not eligible, the cost of the course is £25.00. If you choose to stay residentially, and you are not eligible via the residential funding assessment, there will be an additional fee to pay. The vast majority of students are eligible to study and stay residentially for free and we will confirm when you apply.

Introduction

This is an entry level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

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Course description

Has maths always been a mystery to you? Look no further. This short course will introduce you to fun and useful facts which show how maths can be ‘magic’.

You will develop your reasoning skills to solve problems and understand how the language of maths is important to developing your problem-solving skills.

What you will learn:

Use fun puzzles to and tips see maths’ magic
Use reasoning to solve a problem
Understand more about the Language of Maths

What can this course lead to?

Functional Skills qualifications in Maths

Course session dates

Session dates for 9 February 2023 - 10 February 2023

Thursday 09 Feb 2023 to Friday 10 Feb 2023

Session dates for 12 July 2023 - 13 July 2023

Wednesday 12 Jul 2023 to Thursday 13 Jul 2023

Introduction

This is an entry level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Find out more about levels

Students come to us to get those "magic key" English and maths qualifications that will open doors to their futures. We know that our students can arrive with mixed feelings about these subjects, so our job is to create a safe and welcoming space to develop confidence as well as these essential skills. When you come to study with us, you will be supported to start at the right level for you and to progress at your own pace to succeed

Ruth North Lead Tutor, English and Maths

“I am enjoying being back in education - learning, meeting awsome people and getting my confidence back.” - Craig
Learn more about Craig's story

Great tutors for Maths, and all the staff are helpful and friendly.

All staff are amazing always, and willing to help with anything you need. I’m still doing English and Maths but no longer struggle in any of the subjects. All this because of the tutors' support and the good friends I made here. Thank you so much.

Staff were wonderful and the rooms where lovely.