*NEW* Manage your Money with Maths

Description
Join this money management course that will give you tools in Maths to help manage Income and Expenditure with simple budgeting. Learn how to track expenditure. Take a look at Utility bills - comparing costs to reduce spending. Move on to shopping - looking at supermarket deals and loyalty cards, meal planning, reducing waste and saving money. Lastly look at savings and debts with savings accounts, loans and debt awareness.
More information
Join this money management course that will give you tools in Maths to help manage Income and Expenditure with simple budgeting. Learn how to track expenditure. Take a look at Utility bills - comparing costs to reduce spending. Move on to shopping - looking at supermarket deals and loyalty cards, meal planning, reducing waste and saving money. Lastly look at savings and debts with savings accounts, loans and debt awareness.
Can I join late?
No late starters - short course
Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone who has an interest in learning more about money management using maths skills for everyday life.
Do I need prior knowledge or experience?
There is no prior knowledge required to join this course.
How will I learn?
A practical course with a mixture of one to one and small group tuition, demonstration, discussion and questions and answers.
How will my progress be assessed?
You will be assessed informally by your tutor, as part of normal classroom activities. There will be plenty of opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor.
Is there an external qualification?
No, this is an non-accredited course
What can I do next?
Further Maths courses at either the Poverest or Kentwood Centres starting in September 2026.
What do I need to bring?
Pen and paper, calculator may be useful.
Are there any extra costs?
No this course is free to access.
Is there work between sessions?
It is useful to practise between sessions.
For further information, please contact:
Lou Smith louise.smith@baec.ac.uk 0208 659 7976
Course Summary
Code: OR05534
Starting: Thursday 04 June 2026
Location: Orpington Library
Tutor: Alison Corner
Cost: Free
Time and duration
Day: Thursday Morning
Start Time: 10:00
End Time: 12:00
Start Date: 04 June 2026
End Date: 02 July 2026
Duration: 5 sessions spanning 5 week(s)
Location
Orpington Library
The Walnuts
Orpington
Kent
BR6 0TW