English and Maths
Our English and Maths classes take place at Idea Stores across the borough in Tower Hamlets from Entry level 3 to Level 2. All our courses are part-time with the majority of classes running within school hours (9-3).
Do you need a functional skills qualification for further studies or a better job? Do you want to become a more confident communicator? Do you need to work on your maths and numeracy to improve your finances, your DIY, your problem solving, your cooking or your data analysis skills? Come to our courses at the Idea Store or other venues in Tower Hamlets and become more confident with words and numbers.
You do not need to live in the borough and most of our courses are free.
How can you join?
You can find out how to apply for English and Maths courses at Idea Store Learning on our How to Join a Course page.
Please email the Functional Skills team at functionalskills@towerhamlets.gov.uk if you have any other questions.
English and Maths course information
The courses you can join include:
Functional Skills English and Maths Level 1 and Level 2
Gain a nationally recognised qualification in English or Maths at Level 1 or 2, and use these skills to enhance your career prospects, secure better job opportunities, or further your education.
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Getting Ready for Functional Skills English and Maths Level 1 and Level 2
Learn the essential skills needed for success in Functional Skills exams. Getting Ready courses focus on assessing current abilities, strengthening core skills in English and Maths, familiarising learners with exam formats, providing practice opportunities, and boosting confidence. The course emphasizes applying these skills in real-life situations, both in work and daily life.
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Khadijah Begum
"I really enjoy studying here. My teachers make the lessons fun and interesting. I feel my Maths and English have improved hugely and the courses have helped me to meet new people and make friends".