Unlock Your Potential with Our FREE 5-Week Foundation GCSE Mathematics Taster Course…
Are you considering returning to education but unsure if a full GCSE course is right for you? This taster course offers the perfect opportunity to get a feel for the level of maths, the structure of the course and the commitment that would be involved.
The course combines interactive teaching, collaborative tasks, and guided practice, with a strong emphasis on understanding rather than memorisation.
What’s Included?
• Build confidence in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, data handling, and problem solving—key areas essential for progressing to GCSE-level study.
• Practical, real-world applications of maths, helping you develop the skills you need not just for exams, but for everyday life.
• Interactive teaching, collaborative tasks and guided practice, with a strong emphasis on understanding rather than memorisation.
• Classroom based or online teaching
Why Achieve a GCSE in Mathematics?
• Better Career Opportunities: A GCSE in Mathematics is a requirement for many jobs and can open doors to higher-paying positions
• Further Education: Whether you’re aiming for further vocational qualifications or university, GCSE Maths is often a prerequisite.
• Boost Your Confidence: sharpen your analytical skills and build your self-esteem and problem-solving abilities.
Start your learning journey with confidence and discover how a GCSE in Mathematics can positively impact your future. Join us for a welcoming, low-pressure environment where you can explore the course and decide whether it’s the right fit for you.
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You can enrol online by selecting the enrol button below, or by contacting or calling into The Heaton Centre (0191 2782818) or Westgate College (0191 2773520). Please check Venues | newcastlecitylearning for centre opening times.
Before you start your enrolment please make sure you have the documents in the following link to hand Enrolment Checklist 2023-24.pdf (newcastlecitylearning.ac.uk)
If you would like further information about the course, or if the course you are interested in has already started or is full , please select the enquiry button below to email one of the team who will be happy to help.
Some of our courses require a pre-course interview, to register your interest or to arrange a call back from the course tutor please select the enquiry button below to email our Learner Services Team.
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Additional support available?
Additional support available?
Help with numeracy or literacy is available in the form of discrete classes in maths and English.
Additional support can be provided for learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities by discussion with the course tutor.
Learner Support Funding is available for travel and equipment to learners who qualify.
For further details please speak to one of our Learner Services Advisors.
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