Support for UkraineMultiply – Free Maths Courses
Multiply is a government-funded programme to help adults across the UK to improve their numeracy skills.
What is Multiply?
Building Skills and Confidence with Numbers
Anxious about maths? You are not alone! As many as 1 in every 2 adults in the UK lack confidence with numbers.
Multiply numeracy courses are FREE courses for adults (minimum age 19) who would like to improve their number skills.
Whether you are starting from scratch or just want to brush up your skills, we know anxiety and confidence can hold a lot of people back from taking the first step.
Our friendly tutors offer supportive courses at a pace to suit you so you can build your confidence without the pressure of exams or fear of being ‘put on the spot’.
So, why not join the over 2,000 Multiply learners in Dorset who are already improving their number confidence?
Ready to Sign Up for Multiply?
Weekly sessions run all year round in centres across Dorset and online.
- Get Number Confident
- Get Money Confident
- Get Maths Confident for Work
- Get Ready for Functional Skills
- Help your Child with Maths
Call us on 01202 123444 or email enquiries@salbcp.com to find out more.
What’s On
We also offer all sorts of FREE Multiply workshops and drop-in sessions throughout the year from Get Money Confident to Help Your Child with Maths.
Click the link below to browse what’s on and sign up.
National Careers Service – Course Search
Don’t live in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole or Dorset? Search for Multiply courses near you on the National Careers Service website.
Have a go at the National Numeracy Challenge!
Check your maths skills and get tips for improving.
Learner Stories
Karen Meek is one of many people finding that improving your maths through MULTIPLY can open new doors in your career.
“The day I learned I’d passed my Level 2 Functional skills in maths made all the effort worthwhile. Now I’m getting ready to start my apprenticeship course at college to gain an undergraduate degree.” Karen, 54.
Visit our Multiply Blog page for Karen’s story and those of other Multiply learners.
What Our Learners Say About Multiply…
“The session each week just flies by. I now feel much more prepared for what is to come as my children go through school ”
“I can’t lie – it’s actually pretty good. I thought it was going to be like a classroom and that’s what threw me off it, but once I got in there it was completely different.”
“The tutor is very kind, and I am in a small group, so I don’t feel rushed. She is making me feel much more confident. ”
“I wanted to revisit my maths before taking part in other qualifications as it has been three decades since I sat my GCSEs. The tutor was excellent – I wish I’d had a tutor like her at school! ”
“Managing money is important to all families and I have found the sessions extremely helpful. I will be taking away some of the budget sheets we have been given to give to my grown-up sons and share what I have learned with my husband too.”
“It’s been quite a journey but I’m really enjoying it. Working with my tutor I can now break down number problems, so they are a lot easier to understand. ”
“I didn’t want to learn ‘maths’ but more the number skills I need for everyday life and to improve my job prospects. I’m really growing my skills and confidence on this course and can take qualifications if I want to and that can only be a good thing. ”
“I didn’t feel left behind or scared to speak up and say I didn’t understand. Of course you do have to study, but this fits around your life.”
“I admit it was scary coming into a classroom again, but I’ve met people from all walks of life and it’s so relaxed – I now wonder why I put it off for so long.”
“I remember sitting my maths exam as a child and just panicking. I think I only managed to write my name on the paper. Now, since joining this course, I actually look forward to maths and I relish coming here!”
Courses with Our Multiply Partners
There are several learning providers running Multiply maths provision for further education, community and work-based groups across BCP and Dorset.
They offer a variety of Multiply courses and workshops such as Money Skills, Cooking on a Budget, Get Tenancy Ready and Supporting Your Child with Maths Homework
Meet the Multiply Team!
Kate Holmes
Hello! My name is Kate and I am the Multiply Learning Coordinator. I make sure we have a great range of courses on offer across Dorset from all our Multiply Learning Partners. I also look after the monitoring side, making sure we are using our Government funding properly. Outside of work, I enjoy walking and swimming in the Dorset countryside and doing jigsaws.
Hannah Ball
I’m Hannah Ball and my job is to set up exciting bespoke numeracy courses for people at work and in communities across Dorset – helping to build confidence with everyday maths. In my spare time I enjoy walking in the New Forest with my French Bulldog Maggie and paddle-boarding around Sandbanks in the summer months.
Jo Hosking
My name is Jo and I am a Multiply tutor. I present various workshops and courses covering numeracy-based topics ranging from building people’s confidence using numbers in their everyday lives to giving tips about budgeting and saving money. Outside of work I enjoy quizzes, cooking and nature photography, and I have two young children who keep me busy the rest of the time!
James Houston
I’m James and I’m a Multiply tutor working across Dorset. I’ve been a primary school teacher for the past 10 years and I am passionate about helping people believe in their learning abilities and see that they can learn and “do” maths to a high level. Outside of work I enjoy walking with my dog on the beautiful Dorset coast or just drinking coffee and enjoying the view!
Kellie Bird
Hi, I’m Kellie and I’m a Multiply tutor. I have spent many enjoyable years in primary and secondary education and am now excited to be working with Multiply where I teach adults Functional Skills maths and run workshops such as Brain Training, Cooking with Numbers and Maths for Parents. Outside of work I love to spend time in the garden. I’m also a very keen baker and enjoy creating celebration cakes for friends and family.
Contact us
Email: enquiries@salbcp.com
Phone: 01202 123444
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