Learning guide

Improve your maths or English as an adult

Find the right free or low-cost course to build your maths or English skills, from everyday confidence through to a recognised qualification.

Estimated time: 30–45 minutes to get startedUpdated: 28 September 2026

Use this guide if you want to feel more confident with numbers or reading and writing, or you need a maths or English qualification for a job or course. Have any old certificates and an idea of your goals ready.

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  1. Decide what you need

    Write down why you want to improve, such as helping children with homework, managing money, a job application or a course requirement. Check whether an employer or course asks for a specific qualification, such as a GCSE or Functional Skills. This helps you choose the right level.

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