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English, Maths and Science Courses – gain essential skills for life

Build essential skills for life, learning and work with RHACC’s English, Maths and Science courses. Whether you need a qualification for a job or university, want to support your children with homework or simply boost your confidence, we offer supportive, flexible learning options to help you succeed.

Courses are available from Entry Level through to GCSE and Access to Higher Education, delivered in a welcoming adult learning environment at our Richmond campus. 

Professional Facilities

Study in well-equipped classrooms, science labs and quiet resource centres ideal for focused, adult learning. You’ll have access to dedicated support areas, digital resources, and staff who understand how to support adults returning to study.

Expert Tutors

Our tutors are specialists in teaching adults and understand how to build confidence and skills from the ground up.

Flexible Learning

Courses are offered during the day or evening to suit your availability, with some online and blended options. Start at a level that’s right for you, and progress at your own pace with the support of our dedicated tutors and advisors. Many courses are free and funding is available for those who are eligible.

A Wide Variety of Courses to Suit You

Choose from a wide variety of course areas and levels (from beginner to advanced) to suit your goals and starting point.

Functional Skills Maths Entry 1
Start Date: Monday, 2nd November 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Monday, 8th February 2027
Time: 1:30pm-3:30pm Mon
Duration: 11 weeks
Level: Entry
Full Fee: Free
Do you want to build your confidence with numbers and everyday maths? This course is designed to help you develop essential skills in number, measure, shape & space and handling data. You’ll work towards a nationally recognised Level 1 Functional…
Functional Skills Maths Entry 2
Start Date: Thursday, 5th November 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Thursday, 11th February 2027
Time: 1:30pm-3:30pm Mon
Duration: 11 weeks
Level: Entry
Full Fee: Free
Do you want to build your confidence with numbers, shapes, and data? This course is designed to help you do just that! You’ll develop essential maths skills and work towards a nationally recognised Entry Level 2 qualification in Functional Maths….
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Intensive (EDEXCEL)
Start Date: Tuesday, 22nd September 2026
Plus 5 alternative start dates
End Date: Thursday, 22nd October 2026
Time: 9:30am-1:30pm Tue, 9:30am-1:30pm Thu
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: 2
Full Fee: Free
Do you want to boost your maths skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification from Edexcel? This intensive course is designed to help you develop your confidence in Number, Measure, Shape & Space, and Handling Data. You’ll work towards a…
GCSE Mathematics Foundation Tier
Start Date: Monday, 11th January 2027
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Monday, 7th June 2027
Time: 10am-1pm Fri
Duration: 17 weeks
Level: 2
Full Fee: Free
Do you want to gain a Maths GCSE? This GCSE Maths course is designed for you. You’ll improve your confidence in Maths with the help of supportive tutors. This course offers you the chance to achieve a nationally recognised qualification, opening…
GCSE Mathematics Higher Tier
Start Date: Wednesday, 13th January 2027
End Date: Wednesday, 9th June 2027
Time: 9:30am-12:30pm Wed
Duration: 18 weeks
Level: 2
Full Fee: Free
Do you want to gain a Maths GCSE? This GCSE Maths course is designed for you. It will help you achieve a nationally recognised qualification and improve your confidence in Maths. Supportive tutors will guide you every step of the way. This course is…
Getting Ready for Entry 3 Functional Skills Maths
Start Date: Thursday, 10th September 2026
End Date: Thursday, 22nd October 2026
Time: 1pm-4pm Thu
Duration: 7 weeks
Level: Entry
Full Fee: Free
This course is for women only
Do you want to feel confident before starting your Entry 3 Functional Skills Maths qualification? This course is designed to prepare you! It will familiarise you with the content, level and expectations of the Entry 3 Functional Skills Maths course….
Getting Ready For Functional Skills English – Entry 3
Start Date: Tuesday, 15th September 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Wednesday, 21st October 2026
Time: 1pm-3pm Tue, 1pm-3pm Wed
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Entry
Cost: £147 / Free
Do you want to gain a Functional Skills Entry 3 English qualification? Are you unsure if you’re ready for the full course? This ‘Getting Ready’ course is designed to prepare you! You’ll become familiar with the content, level, and expectations…
Getting Ready For Functional Skills English – Level 1
Start Date: Wednesday, 9th September 2026
Plus 4 alternative start dates
End Date: Friday, 2nd October 2026
Time: 9:30am-12pm Mon, 9:30am-12pm Tue
Duration: 4 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: £153 / Free
Do you want to gain a Functional Skills Level 1 English qualification? Are you unsure if you’re ready for the full course? This ‘Getting Ready for Functional Skills English’ course is designed for you. This preliminary course will prepare you…
Getting Ready For Functional Skills English – Level 2
Start Date: Tuesday, 15th September 2026
Plus 5 alternative start dates
End Date: Tuesday, 20th October 2026
Time: 1pm-4pm Tue
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: 2
Cost: £110 / Free
Do you want to gain a Functional Skills Level 2 English qualification? Do you need to test your abilities before attempting the full qualification? This Getting Ready for Functional Skills English course is designed to prepare you. This preliminary…
Getting Ready for Functional Skills Maths – Entry 2
Start Date: Thursday, 10th September 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Thursday, 22nd October 2026
Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm Mon
Duration: 7 weeks
Level: Entry
Full Fee: Free
Do you want to feel confident before starting your Entry 2 Functional Skills Maths qualification? This course is designed to prepare you. It will introduce you to the content, level and expectations of the Entry 2 Functional Skills Maths course. You…
Getting Ready for Functional Skills Maths – Entry Level 1
Start Date: Monday, 7th September 2026
Plus 1 alternative start date
End Date: Monday, 19th October 2026
Time: 1:30pm-3:30pm Mon
Duration: 7 weeks
Level: Entry
Full Fee: Free
Do you want to gain an Entry 1 Functional Skills Maths qualification? Are you unsure if you’re ready? This course is designed to help! It will prepare you for the Entry 1 Functional Skills Maths course by familiarising you with the content, level…
Getting Ready for Functional Skills Maths – Level 1
Start Date: Thursday, 25th February 2027
End Date: Thursday, 25th March 2027
Time: 1pm-4pm Thu
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: 1
Full Fee: Free
This course is for women only
Are you unsure if you’re ready for a Level 1 Functional Skills Maths qualification? Then this course is designed for you! It will prepare you for the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course, familiarising you with the content, level and expectations….
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