• Multiply – helping adults improve their Maths

This is a new programme to help adults improve their numeracy skills.
If you’re aged 19 and over and don’t have maths GCSE at grade C (or equivalent), you can access free numeracy courses through Multiply to build your confidence with numbers and gain a qualification.

Benefits

Good numeracy skills may unlock job opportunities and lead to higher wages or prepare you for further study. They also help in everyday life, such as helping children with homework and budgeting money.

There are courses for beginners to more advanced courses such as GCSE Maths, Functional Skills Qualifications, or equivalent, so you will be able to learn at a pace that suits you.

Who is it for?

All adults and businesses across the UK can benefit from Multiply.

Not sure if Multiply is for you?

You can check where your everyday skills are at, and where you could improve, through this quick and confidential quiz.

If you’re an employer, Multiply can help you assess the skill level of your workforce.

We will be running a series of short courses, each lasting 3 hours, covering the following topics.

My Energy (Costs) Focused on the increased costs surrounding energy and fuel, with discussions on understanding utility bills and practical ways of reducing costs in the home.

Course dates: Friday, 19th July 2024

Starts 10 am until 1 pm

Venue: Sheffield Central Fire Station, Eyre Street, Sheffield S1 3FG

Tutor: Maria Smallwood

Cooking on a Budget An introductory session to teach learners how to plan and cook simple, healthy, nutritious meals that are both affordable and delicious.

You only need to attend one session and it lasts for 3 hours.

Course dates:

  • Monday 10th June 2024, 4 pm – 7 pm
  • Saturday 14th September 2024, 10 am – 1 pm
  • Saturday, 1st February 2025, 10 am – 1 pm

6 places only on each, booking is essential!

Venue:  Zest, 18 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, S6 3NA

Tutor:  Gabriela Azadi

Regather (My Green World) Teaches about climate change, the environment, and sustainability to:

  • Develop a sense of responsibility for the environment.
  • Encourage students to get involved in community-based environmental initiatives.
  • Become active participants in creating a more sustainable world.

Walking with Numbers

A nature walk to foster an understanding of human impact on the environment and to cultivate an appreciation for our planet’s complex systems. 

Number Natter (ESOL)
In collaboration with individuals attending a conversational club at Zest. The course will involve practical tasks including reading timetables, counting, calculating change, using mobile calculators, and understanding measurements.  Helping learners to see the relevance of numeracy in their everyday lives. This would include words and phrases related to numbers, and basic maths, such as handling money, measurements, weight and time.

The programme is delivered by Sheffield City Council and is funded by UK Government through the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.

Contact

Maria Smallwood
Telephone: 0114 270 2042
Or fill out the enquiry form below

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