Multiply: Christmas Gifts (Pottery) (14C15ML/24)

What will I learn?

In this free pottery session you will identify and discuss the numeracy skills required to make your chosen Christmas Gift e.g. standing Christmas tree or cake plate. You will then apply these skills so you can calculate the area and spacing of whether the stencil(s) fit the area, how to adapt the design to ensure the stencil fits the area (scaling up and down), estimate volumes, calculate the clay needed allowing for shrinkage, estimate timings etc. On completion of the session you will be able to take your Christmas gift away and make an informed decision on whether to continue with more learning.

What is it like to learn with East Riding Adult Learning and Employability?

At East Riding Adult Learning and Employability we pride ourselves on the support we give to our learners, from the very first phone call, right through to achieving your learning aims and beyond to ensure that you have the skills, knowledge and resources you need to reach your goals.

When you enrol on a Multiply course, your tutor will work with you to give you advice on the best ways to develop your everyday number skills and what progression opportunities we have for you. They will discuss the support we have available and together you will plan out your learning journey.

All of our sessions and functional skills courses take place in small, friendly and welcoming classes, where you will have the opportunity to take part in activities to practice your skills independently and as part of a group.

You'll have 1-1 time with your tutor to discuss your progress and identify opportunities for further development. Your tutor will work with you to make sure that you always have the support you need to achieve your learning aim and to give you information about other opportunities you can access, whether this is developing your maths or digital skills or exploring options that are relevant to your wider goals.

What do I need to join the course?

You don’t need to have any previous experience in studying maths, but you must be committed to attending the sessions and achieving your qualification.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

We recommend that you bring a notebook, a pen, and a folder to keep your work together.

What could I do next?

When you’ve completed your learning, you will have the opportunity to discuss your next steps with our team. You might choose to continue improving your Maths by working towards the next level of qualification or moving on to a related subject, such as creative writing or poetry.

You might choose instead to develop your English or digital skills or to work towards a qualification in these areas. Alternatively, you may decide to learn about mental health, neurodiversity or employability skills or explore our wider course offer, which includes topics such as photography, arts and crafts and mindfulness. Please discuss options available with your tutor or follow the link below to explore our range of courses available on the Course Booking System.

Can we help you to learn?

You can find more information on the Financial help and additional support page or you can contact us to talk about this and any other support we can provide.