Supporting pupils to develop good number sense

What is involved?

This programme focuses on the key knowledge and understanding needed in Reception, and progression through KS1. Lead Teachers in participating schools will receive training and will be part of an online community, to share practice and engage in critical reflection. Teaching materials will be provided for four short sessions each week, aimed at developing children’s fluency and flexibility with number.

Who can take part?

Lead participants from Work Group schools will be three teachers – one each from Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 – known as Lead Teachers. Some support will also be given to subject leaders and headteachers. Where appropriate, Lead Teachers are expected to support the other teachers in their year group. This programme and its Work Groups are open to all schools that have not yet engaged with the Mastering Number Programme.

Benefits

• Your pupils will develop and demonstrate good number sense
• You will develop a secure understanding of how to build firm mathematical foundations
• You will work to develop teaching strategies focused on developing fluency in calculation and number sense for all children
• You will develop understanding and use of appropriate manipulatives to support your teaching of mathematical structures

This programme is fully funded by the Maths Hubs Programme, so is free to participating state-funded schools.

Find further information about this programme on the NCETM website here.

Apply for the programme here.