• A supportive maths course designed to help adults prepare for GCSE Maths.
• Ideal for students who are working at Level 1 or Level 2 but need to build confidence and skills before enrolling on a GCSE programme.
• Focuses on developing core maths knowledge, problem solving skills and exam readiness.
• A non qualification course that builds a strong foundation for successful progression to GCSE Maths.

• Using whole numbers, decimals, fractions and percentages
• Algebra basics and simple equations
• Ratio, proportion and averages
• Shape, space and measures
• Data handling, charts and graphs
• Problem solving and applying maths to real life contexts

• You must be aged 19 or over.
• Students should normally have Level 1 Maths or equivalent skills.
• Suitable for students working at high Level 1 or Level 2 who are not yet ready for GCSE Maths.
• Willingness to practise maths regularly and build confidence.
• Good attendance and engagement to support progression.

• Builds confidence with maths topics covered at GCSE level.
• Strengthens key skills needed for GCSE Maths study.
• Helps reduce anxiety around maths and exams.
• Develops problem solving and mathematical thinking.
• Prepares students for progression to a GCSE Maths course.

• Through teacher led classroom sessions in a supportive environment.
• Practical activities linked to real life examples.
• Step by step explanations and guided practice.
• Group discussion, independent work and problem solving tasks.
• Regular feedback to help identify strengths and areas for improvement.

• Ongoing informal assessment through classroom activities.
• Teacher observation and feedback throughout the course.
• Support to identify strengths and next steps.
• No exams and no formal qualification.

City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton WV1 3AU.

• The course is free for most adult students, depending on eligibility.
• You may need basic stationery (pen, pencil, ruler, rubber, notebook, calculator).
• No specialist equipment or textbooks are required.

This is a non qualification course.
Students receive teacher feedback and guidance to support progression.

Progress to:

• GCSE Maths
• Level 2 Functional Skills Maths
• Further education or vocational training
• Improved confidence using maths in everyday life and work