English and Maths
Whether you are looking to brush-up on the basics, grow your confidence, or gain a qualification, our English and maths courses for adults aged 19+ will give you the knowledge, skills and support you need to succeed.
At GoLearn we will provide you with the support you need to achieve your goals, from Foundation level through to GCSE.
- Our English courses will help you to develop your reading skills, improve your writing, and become more confident in speaking.
- Our Maths courses can help you feel more confident in working with numbers and solving problems. Whether you are helping with your child’s homework, calculating your household budget, or tackling data at work, we have something to support everyone.
You may already hold a maths or English qualification but feel you lack confidence and have lost the skills you once had. From this year, English and maths courses will be free to anyone who has previously achieved a qualification at Grade 4 / C, is currently working below this level and meets the residency eligibility criteria. When you enquire about one of our courses, we will ask you to complete an initial assessment and diagnostic (and free writing for English) to determine your working level. You will then have a follow-up appointment with a member of our team to discuss your needs and find the right course for you.
Additional Learning Support
If you have a learning difference, disability, or health condition including any mental health issues that might affect your learning, then please let us know at enrolment or discuss this in confidence with your tutor. We will do everything we can to offer additional support or adjustments in your class as required.
If you need more information, or want to discuss our English and maths courses you can contact us on the details below. Alternatively you can visit our Learning Centres in-person
- 0800 988 0308
- adult.learning@leics.gov.uk
Not sure which direction to take? Information, advice, and guidance is available to support you to identify your next steps, which might include continuing your learning journey with further courses, volunteering, or employment.
Concerned about the cost of learning? We know that course fees alone are not the only financial costs learners face. Our Discretionary Learner Support Fund (DLSF) is available to help cover the hidden cost of learning like childcare, transport, resources, and exam fees.
How do I enrol?
Below you will find a complete overview of the English and Maths courses we offer. Click on the links to view detailed course information and to see where and when courses are running across the county. Once you have found a course which matches your needs, you can click on the ‘Enquire Now’ button and fill in some basic details.
To better support learners on English and Maths courses, we ask all learners to complete an assessment prior to formally enrolling. The assessment will help us understand your current working level of English or maths, which will allow your tutor to better support you. In some cases it will also allow us to match you to a course which may be a better fit, or to one with other learners working at similar levels to you. The assessment is not an exam, and there is no such thing as ‘pass/fail’.
The assessment is usually completed online, and you will be sent an email with links, login details and instructions once you have enquired. Once you have finished the assessment you will be contacted by someone from our team to go over the results and answer any questions you may have. If you are concerned that you may not be able to complete the assessment online please contact us on freephone 0800 988 0308, or email adult.learning@leics.gov.uk, to let us know. We will be able to arrange an alternative for you.
Functional Skills Courses
Maths - Functional Skills
The course will help you to develop confidence to develop confidence in the use of fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills to solve mathematical problems or carry out tasks in everyday practical contexts and the world of work. The Functional Skills Maths course leads to a qualification for work, study and life in general. It develops the mathematical skills you need to solve problems in the workplace and to help you with everyday tasks like shopping, personal finance, DIY, helping children with homework and other real-life situations.
Course Fees: This course has no fees.
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English - Functional Skills
You will work with your tutor to develop an Individual Learning Plan based on your interests and needs. The course will help you to develop confidence and skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. The course activities and materials will link to everyday life and work experiences.
Course Fees: This course has no fees.
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English & Maths - Functional Skills Preparation
The preparation course is designed to allow learners to gain an insight into the Functional Skills Level 1/Level 2 courses. It is for learners who are interested in completing Level 1 or Level 2 with us and want to find out a bit more about the course. It is an 8-week course. The course will allow you to increase your confidence in the course content. You will be in a small class of adults of a similar ability, be supported to build upon your existing skills and learn new skills.
Course Fees: This course has no fees.
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Everyday Maths
The course will help you to develop confidence to develop confidence in the use of fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills to solve mathematical problems or carry out tasks in everyday practical contexts and the world of work. The Functional Skills Maths course leads to a qualification for work, study and life in general. It develops the mathematical skills you need to solve problems in the workplace and to help you with everyday tasks like shopping, personal finance, DIY, helping children with homework and other real-life situations.
Course Fees: This course has no fees.
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PreGCSE - Maths or English
This is a short course to help inform and prepare you for a FULL GCSE course. It runs between 3 and 4 weeks depending on the time in the academic year. You will learn what topics are in the GCSE course; experience a taste of a few of these; learn when and how the exams are set; the levels within the GCSE and expectations from both you and us. You will be better informed and prepared to move forward with your GCSE study or look at alternative courses.
Course Fees: This course has no fees.
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GCSE English
This one year course is designed to prepare you for the AQA GCSE English Language qualification. You will cover a variety of writing styles, including non-fiction and creative writing, works from several major writers with well-established critical reputations and various speaking and listening activities.
Course Fees: This course has no fees.
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GCSE Maths
This one-year GCSE Maths course will prepare you for the AQA GCSE Mathematics 8300 qualification. It has 87 guided learning hours which equates to approximately 33 weeks. Whilst on the course, you’ll study: Number; Algebra; Ratio, proportion and rates of change; Geometry and measures; and Probability and Statistics. At the end of the course, you’ll sit three exams – two calculator and one non-calculator paper. It sounds daunting, but our intensive course is designed to help you cover all topic areas!
Course Fees: This course has no fees.
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Coalville Library
- Coalville Library, High Street, Coalville, LE67 3EA
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.coalvillebs@leics.gov.uk
Hinckley Library
- Hinckley Library, Lancaster Rd, Hinckley, LE10 0AT
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.hinckleybs@leics.gov.uk
Roundhill Adult Learning Centre
- Roundhill Adult Learning Centre, 997 Melton Road, Thurmaston, Leicestershire, LE4 8GQ
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- LALS.RoundhillBS@leics.gov.uk
Moira Adult Learning Centre
- The Moira Adult Learning Centre, Moira St, Loughborough LE11 1AX
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.loughboroughbs@leics.gov.uk
Melton Library
- Melton Library, Wilton Road, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 OUJ
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.meltonbs@leics.gov.uk
Wigston Library
- Wigston Magna Library, Bull Head Street, Wigston Magna, Leicestershire, LE18 1PA
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.wigstonBS@leics.gov.uk
Loughborough Library
- Loughborough Library, 31 Granby St, Loughborough, LE11 3DU
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.loughboroughbs@leics.gov.uk
The Symington Building
- Symington Building, Adam & Eve Street, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7LT
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.harboroughbs@leics.gov.uk
Enderby Adult Learning Centre
- Enderby Adult Learning Centre, Townsend Rd, Enderby, Leicester, LE19 4PG
- Freephone 0800 988 0308
- lals.enderbybs@leics.gov.uk