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Free GCSE Maths in Lewisham – Brockley Adult Education Centre – Daytime – Part-time

CostFREE
Duration25 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE Maths course in Lewisham. Classes run at Brockley Adult Education Centre, part-time during the day over 25 weeks.

The course covers number, algebra, ratio, geometry, probability, and statistics. You'll sit the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Maths exam at the end. A pre-course assessment is required before you join, and priority is given to learners who have completed an introductory GCSE course.

You'll finish with a GCSE in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

Priority for enrolment will be given to learners who have completed the introductory GCSE course with ALL. We reserve the right not to offer direct entry to the GCSE course.

You will need to have a good grounding in maths and good reading and comprehension skills. If it emerges that GCSE maths is not suitable for you we can refer you to an adult functional skills or other course to support you to build your skills.

Entry requirements

A Pre Course Assessment is required before joining this class.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with number, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll solve algebraic equations and use formulae.
  • You'll apply ratio and proportion to real calculations.
  • You'll study geometry, including angles, shapes, and measurement.
  • You'll interpret graphs, charts, and statistical data.
  • You'll calculate probability and analyse outcomes.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills across all topic areas.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions with a tutor. The course uses a mix of practice exercises, worked examples, and exam technique. Assessment is by written exams at the end of the course. The Pearson Edexcel GCSE Maths qualification includes three exam papers: one non-calculator and two calculator papers.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brockley Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices and basic bookkeeping.
  • Healthcare support worker, maths is needed for medication and records.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils including with numeracy.
  • Payroll administrator, runs payroll calculations for an employer.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock figures and sales data.
  • Apprentice in a trade, many apprenticeships require GCSE Maths.

What you could study next

  • A-level Maths, the next step if you want to study maths at a higher level.
  • Level 3 BTEC or T Level in a vocational subject, many require GCSE Maths as an entry condition.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, opens the door to university for adult learners.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, an alternative route if you want to build further before progressing.
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