Following Maths Week, adult learners from Maldon have shared their experiences learning numeracy skills with ACL.
ACL Essex offers a wide range of free maths courses, including budgeting workshops and functional skills maths, as well as GCSE maths.
In honour of Maths Week, which runs from November 15 to 23, some ACL learners from Maldon have shared their own experiences.
From managing budgets to pursuing university dreams, these learners are showing how boosting numeracy skills improves their confidence.
Elle Major, has been studying ‘Maths All Levels’ and said she "struggled with maths at school".
Ellie said: "I never got a GCSE.
"I wanted to do nursing a few years ago but wasn’t accepted because I didn’t have my maths.
"Now, I’m hoping to achieve my Level 2 with ACL Essex, the equivalent of a GCSE, so I can finally go on to university.
"With the new skills I’ve learned, I’ve even managed to budget and put money aside for a trip to Barcelona!”
Cassie Moore, another maths student, said: “The class was really supportive and helpful – we all helped each other out.
"I’ve started budgeting more for my daughter’s Christmas and birthday, for petrol and everything.
"It’s made a real difference.”
Sharon Gibbs added: “I’d really recommend coming to the ACL centre in Maldon.
"It’s opened my world up! I’ve become much more confident and even built a kitchen island at home thanks to my new maths skills.
"I’ve made new friends, and I’m determined to finish my course.
"If you’re lacking confidence, this place will give you the boost you need for your future.”
Councillor Tony Ball, Essex County Council cabinet member for education excellence, lifelong learning and employability, said: “These inspiring stories show how powerful improving your maths can be, not just for qualifications, but for confidence, budgeting and everyday life.
"Maths Week was the perfect opportunity for Essex residents to take that first step and see how ACL Essex can help them achieve their goals.”
ACL Essex courses are flexible, supportive and designed to help learners grow their confidence with numbers in everyday life.
Find out more at: www.aclessex.com.
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