GCSE Maths (PEN25S001)

Maths

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Mode of attendance: Online

Start date: Monday, 15 September 2025

End date: Monday, 15 June 2026

Number of weeks: 31

Time: 12:00 - 15:00

Tutor: Russell Towers

Venue: Online Delivery

Free Course

About the course:

This is a one year highly intensive course and is free to those who have not previously achieved an 9-4 (old A*- C) grade in GCSE Maths. The course covers the following main areas: 1. Number 2. Algebra 3. Ratio, proportion and rates of change 4. Geometry and measures 5. Probability 6. Statistics There is significant homework attached to the course, ranging from approx. 2 - 5 hours per week and you are expected to attend every week. This course is suitable for you if: 1. You are seeking employment or career advancement 2. You would like to access Higher Education 3. You would like to be able to help your children with their maths school homework] 4. You would like the personal challenge of achieving Maths GCSE Would potential GCSE learners please note that Adult Education believes that in order for learners to focus fully on subject content and to give learners the best opportunity to meet their own potential in a GCSE subject; it is strongly recommended that learners only enrol on ONE GCSE programme per academic year. If you believe that you are able to commit the time and effort to study both subjects in one academic year could you please make an appointment to discuss this further with your Centre Manager.

How will the course be delivered?

The course will be delivered over 90 hours over 30 weeks (one 3 hour session per week), plus additional support workshops (15-30hrs). The sessions will take the form of presentations, question and answers, discussion and group and paired activities, in an informal environment. These are supported with material from recommended textbooks, work books, websites and exam practice questions.
*Your class is delivered online using Zoom which means you can learn from the comfort of your own home. Your Tutor will send an invitation to join the class each week. This will be by email on a secure link. The class is delivered in real time. To get the most from your online lessons, we ask you to follow these ten guidelines: (1) If you are not working from home, use a location where it is safe to connect. (2) It is better to join your class using a laptop or a tablet. We may be able to help by loaning a laptop if you do not have one. Ask your centre for details. Mobile phone screens are not big enough to read shared documents and it is harder to move between the activities, so we do not recommend using one for a class. (3) Find a suitable quiet space, have access to a desk or table, have resources such as paper and pen to hand to support your learning. (4) Be prompt – we aim to start and finish on time. (5) Please be aware of what your tutor and peers can see. Ideally blur your background or use one of the standard, freely available, backgrounds on Zoom. If you require support with this, please don’t hesitate to speak to your Tutor. (6) Please dress appropriately and do not share inappropriate websites or materials. (7) Turn your camera on at all times. This is a safeguarding requirement and being able to see each other’s faces and reactions will help you to get to know each other and work as a group. It will also help your tutor see if anyone doesn’t understand. (8) Please try to minimise any background noise. Mute your microphone if it is noisy at your end of the connection and avoid interrupting other people. (9) Engage with the learning activities and your tutor and peers. You will enjoy the class more and increase your learning if you are fully involved and open to the challenge. If you do not understand something, please let your tutor know either by saying something or by private message on Zoom. (10) If you are completing a qualification that is assessed through a multiple-choice final assessment, please be aware that the assessment must be completed at one of our Cumbria Adult Learning Centres.

What do I need to bring?

Scientific calculator (tutor can advise first week of course), protractor, pair of compasses, pen, pencils, ruler, eraser, notebook and folder.

What are the entry requirements?

A previous achievement of grade 3 (old D) and/or completion of initial Graded Assessment. You need a good level of English skills so you can follow spoken and written instructions and read handouts and text books.

What can I do next?

You could progress to HE, or if you haven't achieved GCSE English language, you could do Functional Skills English, leading to a GCSE in English Language. You could also progress into work.

How well am I doing?

You will be assessed throughout the course and regular feedback given on your progress.

Additional transferable skills:

Cultural Understanding, Digital, Empathy, Independent study, Listening, Organisation, Perseverance, Presentation, Reading, Recall, Research, Resilience, Self-confidence, Self-reflection, Speaking, Supporting others’ learning, Teamwork, Time-management, Writing

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Enquiries

Centre: Penrith Adult Learning
Contact number: 07468 709606
Email address: penrithadultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk