Multiply free maths courses and activities in Norfolk

Multiply is a government programme to help adults improve their numeracy skills. It is open to anyone 19-years-old or over, who does not have maths GCSE at grade C or equivalent.

National Numeracy Day

It is National Numeracy Day on 22 May 2024.  Come and join activities across Norfolk with the Multiply Champions.  Here is a list of what you can get involved in:

Date: Monday 20 May 2024

Time: 10:00-13:00

Location: Breckland Committee Suite, Dereham

Time: 14:00-16:00

Location: Dereham Library

The Multiply Champions will be at the Over 50s Jobs Fair in the morning and Dereham Library in the afternoon supported by WEA.

Date: Tuesday 21 May 2024

Time: 11:00-13:30

Location: The Priory Centre, Great Yarmouth

East Coast College will be celebrating with learners who have attended courses and presenting certificates. 

Date: Tuesday 21 May 2024

Time: 10:00-13:00

Location: Poppy's Pantry Wymondham

'Multiplay' with Multiply - hosting a morning of fun and games using numeracy.

Date: Wednesday 22 May 2024

Time: 10:00-13:00

Location: The Phoenix Centre, Mile Cross, Norwich

The Multiply Champions and ACE will be delivering a Multiply taster session with refreshments. 

Date: Wednesday 22 May 2024

Time: 10:00-13:00

Location: Reception area of King's Lynn Borough Council/Job Centre Chapel Street King's Lynn

Multiply Champions and College of West Anglia will be running a range of number based activities and the National Numeracy Challenge.

Date: Wednesday 22 May 2024

Time: 10:00-15:00

Location: North Walsham Library

Have a go at Virtual Reality games, spin the wheel and try comparing brands to help shop on a budget with the Multiply Champions.

To find out more about any of the above events, contact multiply@norfolk.gov.uk

Levels of study and cost

All courses and activities are free. There are courses and activities for:

• Beginners 
• Anyone who wants to gain confidence and maths skills. This could help you:
  • Manage your money, budget and bills better
  • Support your children with homework
  • Improve your job prospects and work skills
• Anyone who wants a maths qualification. For example, GCSE or functional skills level 2 

Ways of learning

You can learn by yourself in your own time or in a small group. You can study online, at a friendly drop-in session in your community, or in a classroom.

Multiply for employers

The Multiply programme can support your staff to get the maths skills they need for their job. We can develop bespoke courses to meet your business needs. 

Contact Multiply to learn more about Multiply for employers.