With around a quarter of Year 6 pupils not hitting age-related expectations in maths* - making the move from primary to secondary school can be daunting. Supporting these children in making positive progress requires specialist knowledge of the earlier curriculum, something in which Year 7+ teachers may not feel equipped or confident.

Bridge the maths gaps at Key Stage 3

Securing Foundations at Year 7 is designed to address these challenges – providing teachers with the knowledge of KS1 and KS2 curriculum and pedagogy, to help identify, and act on, the gaps in pupils’ understanding.

Workshop dates

• 15 October 2025
• 27 January 2026
• 23 March 2026

​All workshops will be held from 09:00 to 16:00, in person, at GLOW Maths Hub HQ, Balcarras School, GL53 8QF.

Join Steve Lomax for this year’s programme

This year, the programme will be led by Steve Lomax (pictured above) - founding member of the GLOW Maths Hub, Securing Foundations national cohort lead, experienced secondary teaching professional and general, all-round maths enthusiast and passionate that all students can achieve in mathematics. 

Sign up by 14:00 on Thursday, 18 September 2025

Click here to find out more about the Securing Foundations at Year 7 programme.

To apply for your place, click here. 

*GOV.UK ‘Key stage 2 attainment: National headlines’