Not a
Numbers person?

Don’t let maths hold you back.

If you’re aged 19+ and think you need some support with your functional numeracy skills, Multiply is available to you and offers easy access to free numeracy courses to help build your confidence with numbers or gain a qualification.

Not a “numbers person”? You’re not alone. Three in 10 (31%) UK adults don’t think numbers are for them.

Improving your maths skills could help unlock job opportunities and lead to higher wages, prepare you for further study, or simply help with everyday tasks at home – from paying bills and budgeting, to helping the kids with their homework, or even in the kitchen.

There are courses for beginners and those who want to build on the foundations of their maths knowledge, to more advanced courses such as GCSE Maths, Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification, or equivalent.

There are lots of free, easy to access courses available online and in person, including part-time and evening, so you can learn at a pace that suits you.

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If you're aged 19+, live in Tees Valley and think you need some support with your functional numeracy skills, Multiply is available to you - even if you hold a GCSE maths grade C (or equivalent).

Courses

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Bespoke Multiply at Work Employer

Hartlepool Borough Council

Do you want to improve the numeracy skills of your employees? We can deliver bespoke courses which will be tailored to the needs of your company.

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Course Overview

Do you want to improve the numeracy skills of your employees? We can deliver bespoke courses which will be tailored to the needs of your company.

What will be covered?

Budgeting, Money Management, Financial Literacy, Understand your Numbers, Creative Maths

What can I do next?

Support your employees to upskill, improve their productivity or progress onto a further qualification.

Key Details

Locations: Hartlepool,

Course Level: Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3

Course Delivery: Online, In Person, Group

Duration: 3-10 Guided Learning Hours, Tailored to the needs of your company.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None

Contact Details

Email: jobs.skills@hartlepool.gov.uk Phone: 01429868616
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Bitesize Multiply at Work Employer

Hartlepool Borough Council

Do you want to improve the numeracy skills of your employees? We can offer short activities which are fun, engaging and will improve the productivity of your staff.

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Course Overview

Do you want to improve the numeracy skills of your employees? We can offer short activities which are fun, engaging and will improve the productivity of your staff.

What will be covered?

Confidence with Maths, Creative Maths

What can I do next?

Support your employees to upskill, improve their productivity or progress onto a further qualification.

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3

Course Delivery: Online, In Person, Group

Duration: 1-2 Guided Learning Hours, Delivered over one session.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None

Contact Details

Email: jobs.skills@hartlepool.gov.uk Phone: 01429868616
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Bitesize Numeracy Made Simple Employer

Enterprise Made Simple

1:1 bitesize activities for business owners, early-stage business start ups, and the self employed.

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Course Overview

1:1 bitesize activities for business owners, early-stage business start ups, and the self employed.

What will be covered?

Bitesize activities will be delivered on a one to one basis to small business owners or managers, to the self employed or sole traders, or those who are also in the early stages of starting their own business. This programme focuses on managing finances within a business and building confidence with numbers. This could include budgeting, managing finances, cashflow forecasting, or pricing.

What can I do next?

Functional Maths Skills

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry level

Course Delivery: In Person, 1:1

Duration: 1-2 Guided Learning Hours. Completed in a single 1:1 appointment

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None

Contact Details

Email: info@enterprisemadesimple.co.uk Phone: 01642061062
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Count on Success Learner

Triage Centrum

Two hour session designed to boost confidence with maths in the workplace. We'll provide you with practical examples and knowledge directly relevant to your industry or job role. By connecting math concepts to your daily work, you'll gain a deeper understanding of their application, boosting your confidence and success in the workplace.

Delivered in-person at a Triage location or in your workplace.

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Course Overview

Two hour session designed to boost confidence with maths in the workplace. We'll provide you with practical examples and knowledge directly relevant to your industry or job role. By connecting math concepts to your daily work, you'll gain a deeper understanding of their application, boosting your confidence and success in the workplace.

Delivered in-person at a Triage location or in your workplace.

What will be covered?

• Identify and address specific math challenges in your current role • Apply practical learning to your chosen industry, learning new tools and techniques to apply in work • Learn new methods that can be applied in the workplace to help you become more confident and progress your career • Understand your income and outgoing allowing you to become more confident with budgeting skills • Using devices, the internet and email for personal use • Online safety awareness and resources • Tailored numeracy support with interactive learning, set at each individual learners’ pace

What can I do next?

Progress onto formal qualification to further career prospects

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Level 1

Course Delivery: In person, Group, 1:1

Duration: 2 Guided Learning Hours, Delivered in one two-hour session or over two one-hour sessions, arranged with learner.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None, Build a portfolio of evidence

Contact Details

Email: info@triage.net Phone: 01642917015
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Essential Maths - Entry Level 3 Learner

University Centre Quayside

Essential Maths skills to support students to improve their skills for the workplace.

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Course Overview

Essential Maths skills to support students to improve their skills for the workplace.

What will be covered?

Using numbers and the number system - whole numbers, fractions and decimals, Using common measures, shape and space, Handling information and data, Solving mathematical problems and decision making

What can I do next?

Progress onto Functional Skills Maths Level 1

Key Details

Locations: Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry Level

Course Delivery: In Person, Group, 1:1

Duration: 24 Guided Learning Hours, One four-hour session every Wednesday over six weeks.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: Assessment

Contact Details

Email: ewsts@ucq.ac.uk Phone: 03330048470
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Essential Maths - Level 1 Learner

University Centre Quayside

Essential Maths skills to support students to improve their skills for the workplace.

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Course Overview

Essential Maths skills to support students to improve their skills for the workplace.

What will be covered?

Using numbers and the number system - whole numbers, fractions and decimals, Using common measures, shape and space, Handling information and data, Solving mathematical problems and decision making

What can I do next?

Progress to Functional Skills Maths Level 2

Key Details

Locations: Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Level 1

Course Delivery: In Person, Group, 1:1

Duration: 24 Guided Learning Hours, One four-hour session every Wednesday over six weeks.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: Assessment

Contact Details

Email: ewsts@ucq.ac.uk Phone: 03330048470
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GCSE Maths Learner

Middlesbrough College

More details expected soon.

Delivered in-person at Middlesbrough College. A bus pass can be provided.

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Course Overview

More details expected soon.

Delivered in-person at Middlesbrough College. A bus pass can be provided.

What will be covered?

GCSE Maths

What can I do next?

GCSE Foundation Maths, GCSE Higher Maths

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Level 2

Course Delivery: In person, Group

Duration: TBC

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: GCSE Assessment 2025

Contact Details

Email: adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk Phone: 01642333378
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Introduction to Maths Learner

Middlesbrough College

Seven-week introduction to basic numeracy skills. Ideal for those with no previous Maths qualifications.

Delivered in-person at Middlesbrough College. A bus pass can be provided.

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Course Overview

Seven-week introduction to basic numeracy skills. Ideal for those with no previous Maths qualifications.

Delivered in-person at Middlesbrough College. A bus pass can be provided.

What will be covered?

Numbers to 100, Addition and Subtraction, Calculations with Money, Multiplication and Division, Decimals, Fractions, Distance, length, weight, and capacity, Time and temperature, Shapes and positional vocabulary

What can I do next?

Progress onto Functional Skills Entry level course

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry Level

Course Delivery: In person

Duration: 30 Guided Learning Hours, Two two-hour sessions per week over seven weeks

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: Basic Key Skills Builder weekly assessments

Contact Details

Email: adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk Phone: 01642333378
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Know your Numbers Learner

Hartlepool Borough Council

This six-week course will improve your knowledge and confidence with Maths for use in both life and work.

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Course Overview

This six-week course will improve your knowledge and confidence with Maths for use in both life and work.

What will be covered?

Addition and Subtraction, Multiplication and Division, Decimals, Fractions, Common Measurements, Time and Temperature, Shapes, Using Numbers

What can I do next?

Progress onto a Level 1 Functional Skills

Key Details

Locations: Hartlepool,

Course Level: Entry Level

Course Delivery: In Person, Group

Duration: 30 Guided Learning Hours, Six sessions

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None

Contact Details

Email: jobs.skills@hartlepool.gov.uk Phone: 01429868616
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Make IT Count Plus Learner

Triage Centrum

A great entry point for anyone looking to develop their maths skills, with a focus on online and digital activity. Designed to be a warm introduction to the world of learning with a relaxed atmosphere and person-centred approach.

Delivered in-person at a Triage location.

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Course Overview

A great entry point for anyone looking to develop their maths skills, with a focus on online and digital activity. Designed to be a warm introduction to the world of learning with a relaxed atmosphere and person-centred approach.

Delivered in-person at a Triage location.

What will be covered?

• Spending and managing money online • Using Microsoft Office programmes like Excel for calculations • Budgeting and managing money • Using devices, the internet and email for personal use • Online safety awareness and resources • Tailored numeracy support with interactive learning

What can I do next?

Progress onto a Level 1 qualification

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry Level 3, Level 1

Course Delivery: In Person, Group, 1:1

Duration: 30 Guided Learning Hours, Two five-hour sessions per week over three weeks, Additional drop in sessions available for extra support.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None, Build a portfolio of evidence

Contact Details

Email: info@triage.net Phone: 01642917015
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Make Work Count Learner

Triage Centrum

Bespoke training package designed with employers to support their existing workforce. Delivered over two short sessions, tailoring delivery to numeracy skills that are relevant in the workplace and will lead to the success and sustainability of employees.

Delivered in-person at a Triage location or in your workplace.

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Course Overview

Bespoke training package designed with employers to support their existing workforce. Delivered over two short sessions, tailoring delivery to numeracy skills that are relevant in the workplace and will lead to the success and sustainability of employees.

Delivered in-person at a Triage location or in your workplace.

What will be covered?

• Training designed to meet specific employer requirements • Practical sessions delivered to embed skills and learning within the workforce • Use of digital devices to support learning with a focus on apps relevant to the workplace • Industry specific training modules covering sectors such as Warehousing, Retail, Care and Hospitality

What can I do next?

Progress onto formal qualification to further career prospects

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Level 1

Course Delivery: In Person, Group, 1:1

Duration: 10 Guided Learning Hours, Delivered over two sessions, arranged with employer.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None

Contact Details

Email: info@triage.net Phone: 01642917015
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Managing your Finances Learner

Middlesbrough College

In this course, students will learn about the ways we manage our money as individuals.

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Course Overview

In this course, students will learn about the ways we manage our money as individuals.

What will be covered?

Gain understanding and create personal budgets, gain insights into courses of finance, methods of payments for goods and services, organise budgets for an event, compare deals and determine best value for money.

What can I do next?

Progress onto Functional Skills Entry level course.

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Level 1

Course Delivery: In person

Duration: 12 Guided Learning Hours

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: Formative assessment ongoing throughout the course

Contact Details

Email: adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk Phone: 01642333378
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Multiply - Prepare for Functional skills Learner

Darlington College

This course is designed for adults who would like to prepare for Level 1 and Level 2 Functional skills, building confidence in maths and preparing to return to study.

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Course Overview

This course is designed for adults who would like to prepare for Level 1 and Level 2 Functional skills, building confidence in maths and preparing to return to study.

What will be covered?

Addition, subtraction, division and multiplication of large numbers, Working with decimal numbers, Fractions and their equivalents, 2D and 3D shapes and their properties, Interpreting data and statistics

What can I do next?

Progress onto Functional Skills Level 1 or Level 2 Maths.

Key Details

Locations: Darlington,

Course Level: Entry Level 3, Level 1

Course Delivery: In Person, Group

Duration: 30 Guided Learning Hours, One three hour session per week over 10 weeks

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: Coursework and summative assessment

Contact Details

Email: aste@darlington.ac.uk Phone: 01325503042
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Multiply Pre Functional Skills Learner

Redcar & Cleveland College

10-week pre-functional skills Maths course.

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Course Overview

10-week pre-functional skills Maths course.

What will be covered?

Basic overview of the following:, Positive and negative numbers, Decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000 and rounding, Fractions, Percentages, Converting between fractions, decimals and percentages.

What can I do next?

Maths Level 1 Functional Skills

Key Details

Locations: Redcar & Cleveland,

Course Level: Entry Level, Level 1 Preparation

Course Delivery: In Person, Group

Duration: 30 Guided Learning Hours, One three-hour session per week over 10 weeks.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: In-class assessment

Contact Details

Email: info@cleveland.ac.uk Phone: 01642473132
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Multiply Pre Functional Skills Learner

Stockton Riverside College

10-week pre-functional skills Maths course.

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Course Overview

10-week pre-functional skills Maths course.

What will be covered?

Basic overview of the following; Positive and negative numbers, Decimals, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, Multiplying and dividing by 10, 100 and 1000 and rounding, Fractions, Percentages, Converting between fractions, decimals and percentages.

What can I do next?

Maths Level 1 Functional Skills

Key Details

Locations: Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry Level, Level 1 Preparation

Course Delivery: In Person, Group

Duration: 30 Guided Learning Hours, One three-hour session per week over 10 weeks.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: In-class assessment

Contact Details

Email: info@stockton.ac.uk Phone: 01642865400
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Numeracy Made Simple Employer

Enterprise Made Simple

Numeracy support for growing businesses.

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Course Overview

Numeracy support for growing businesses.

What will be covered?

Numeracy support will be delivered in 1:1 and group settings to small business owners or managers, as well as the self employed and sole traders. This programme focuses on supporting individuals to grow and expand their business. This could include: Basic Bookkeeping, Data Analytics, Analytics tools and analytical decision making, Financial processes, Business planning tools, Self assessment, Invoicing

What can I do next?

Functional Maths Skills

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry level

Course Delivery: In Person, 1:1, Group

Duration: 7 Guided Learning Hours. To be completed in combination of group and 1:1 sessions over a period of four weeks.

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: None

Contact Details

Email: info@enterprisemadesimple.co.uk Phone: 01642061062
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Practical & Everyday Maths Learner

Middlesbrough College

Six-week course designed to ignite the flame for Maths, suitable for anyone wanting to improve and gain nationally recognised qualifications. Can be used when maths has not been done for a long time.

Delivered in-person at Middlesbrough College. A bus pass can be provided.

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Course Overview

Six-week course designed to ignite the flame for Maths, suitable for anyone wanting to improve and gain nationally recognised qualifications. Can be used when maths has not been done for a long time.

Delivered in-person at Middlesbrough College. A bus pass can be provided.

What will be covered?

Numbers to 100, Addition and Subtraction, Calculations with Money, Multiplication and Division, Decimals, Fractions, Distance, length, weight, and capacity, Time and temperature, Shapes and positional vocabulary

What can I do next?

Functional Skills, National Open College Networt

Key Details

Locations: entire Tees Valley, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland, Stockton-on-Tees,

Course Level: Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2

Course Delivery: In person, Group

Duration: 22 Guided Learning Hours, Two two-hour sessions per week over six weeks

Start Date: Ongoing

Assessment: Basic Key Skills Builder assessment, Portfolio

Contact Details

Email: adult&communitylearning@mbro.ac.uk Phone: 01642333378
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