English and Maths

English and maths for adults

Both maths and English are in constant use in most job roles regardless of the complexity, seniority, scope, or breadth of the role. Communication, evaluation, analysis, and understanding are all vital skills that keep society moving and the economy thriving. English and maths form the cornerstones of most careers in the UK, and skills in both can provide a gateway to further and higher education and lead to a varied, rewarding, and exciting careers. 

Don’t worry if you’re an adult returning to education – the average age of college students in the UK is 29 and our friendly and supportive tutors will make your feel welcome and ensure that you enjoy your learning experience at college. 

In maths you will learn about: 

  • Number 
  • Algebra 
  • Ratio 
  • Proportion 
  • Rates of change 
  • Geometry 
  • Measurements 
  • Probability 
  • Statistics

English courses provide skills in: 

  • Speaking and listening 
  • Reading and writing 
  • Spoken language 
  • Creative writing 
  • Spelling, punctuation, and grammar

All our maths and English courses lead to accredited qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE and Functional Skills). 

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CASE STUDIES

Name: Lyni Sargent

Course: GCSE English For Adults

Image caption: NWSLC adult English student Lyni Sargent Creative therapist Lyni Sargent returned to studying English as an adult after she realised that her lack of success at school had been due to undiagnosed dyslexia. Lyni, from Hinckley, always felt that she had a ‘black cloud’ following her around and wanted to prove to herself that she could achieve her GCSE. She received a grade...Read more