Courses

Reading, Writing and Maths for Life Build the everyday skills that open doors. Do you—or someone you know—want to feel more confident with reading, writing, spelling, or maths? BCAL’s Reading, Writing and Maths for Life course offers practical, supportive learning to help adults build the core skills they need for life, work and further study. Whether you’re aiming to get a job, change careers, support your children with schoolwork, or simply gain more independence, our qualified and experienced tutors will help you work towards your goals at your own pace. In small, friendly classes, you’ll receive individual attention in a welcoming and relaxed environment. We understand that everyone’s learning journey is different, so we tailor the content to meet your needs—whether it’s filling in forms, reading emails, budgeting, or improving everyday communication. This course can help you: Improve reading, writing, spelling and basic maths skills Understand and complete everyday tasks like forms, bills and letters Communicate more confidently in person, online or over the phone Support your children’s education and homework Prepare for employment or further training Engage in community life and projects Why BCAL? Inclusive, supportive and non-judgemental environment Small group classes with personalised support Rolling intakes—start anytime Friendly tutors who adapt to your learning style and goals You don’t need any prior experience—just the motivation to learn and grow. Whether you’re starting from scratch or brushing up on existing skills, we’ll help you take the next step.