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Free GCSE Maths in Grays

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE Maths in Grays. Evening classes run at USP College Palmers Campus on Wednesdays from 6 to 8pm. The course is free if you have not already achieved a grade 4 or above at GCSE Maths.

You'll study number, algebra, ratio, proportion, geometry, measure, trigonometry, statistics, and probability. There is also a strong functional maths element, showing you how to apply maths in everyday situations. The course runs over one year, part-time.

You'll sit three exam papers in May or June and finish with a GCSE in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

This is a FREE* course for learners aged 19 or over who need to obtain a GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths. This course will encourage you to develop confidence and build a positive attitude towards challenges in mathematics. You will gain skills and knowledge to cope with daily situations that require good mathematical knowledge.

Entry requirements

Further information for specific course and course combinations are available on the USP College Website

What you will learn

  • You'll work with number, including calculations, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll study algebra, including equations, expressions, and graphs.
  • You'll explore ratio, proportion, and rates of change.
  • You'll cover geometry and measure, including shapes, angles, and area.
  • You'll learn trigonometry and how to apply it to problems.
  • You'll analyse data using statistics and interpret results.
  • You'll study probability and how to calculate likelihood.
  • You'll apply maths to real-world situations through functional maths.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom-based with individual independent study supported by the college's online learning environment. Your progress is assessed informally every lesson and formally through class tests and mock exams. You'll also have regular one-to-one sessions with a teacher for individual feedback and target review. The final assessment is three written exam papers, taken at either Foundation tier (grades 1 to 5) or Higher tier (grades 4 to 9), all sat in the same exam series in May or June.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Palmers Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Payroll administrator, handles wages and calculations for an employer.
  • Accounts assistant, supports a finance team with day-to-day figures.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils including with numeracy work.
  • Healthcare support worker, where numeracy is needed for patient care tasks.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock, pricing, and cash handling.
  • Apprentice in a trade, where maths is a required entry standard.

What you could study next

  • A Level Maths, for those who want to study maths at a higher level and open doors to university or technical careers.
  • Level 3 T Level in a technical subject, where GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above is typically required for entry.
  • Higher or degree apprenticeship, where a GCSE Maths pass is a standard entry requirement.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, if you want to move toward university study.
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