Free Entry Level 2 Maths Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. This free maths course for adults runs over 44 weeks, giving you time to build your skills at a manageable pace. You'll cover core number skills, working with money, measurements, and everyday maths. An initial assessment confirms this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll handle money calculations used in everyday situations.
You'll read and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll measure length, weight, and capacity using common units.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll tell the time and work with dates and calendars.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at New City College Poplar Campus, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday examples. Assessment is through tasks and activities completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will track your progress throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant - handling cash, change, and stock counts
Care assistant - recording measurements and managing daily schedules
Warehouse operative - counting, weighing, and checking deliveries
Kitchen assistant - measuring ingredients and following recipes
Cleaner or caretaker - reading rotas and recording hours
Childminder or nursery assistant - tracking children's routines and records
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Maths Course - the next step up in your maths qualification, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1 - a nationally recognised maths qualification that many employers accept, and a step toward Level 2.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 - the recognised equivalent to GCSE Maths, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
