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who learn with, develop and support colleagues across the region with a shared aim to enable the very best mathematics outcomes for pupils and students across South Yorkshire.

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    • Mastering Number at Reception and KS1

    What will you learn?

    • Your pupils will be able to clearly communicate their mathematical ideas

    • You will develop a secure understanding of how to build firm mathematical foundations

    • You will work to develop intentional 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

     

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    Who can take part?

    • Three lead teachers from each participating school (one from Reception, one from Year 1, and one from Year 2). 

    • Subject leaders and headteachers will receive some support to be able to implement the programme with fidelity  

    • Open to all state-funded primary schools in England. 

    • Schools must not have previously engaged with the Mastering Number Programme. 

    What is involved?

    • Focus on key number knowledge and understanding in Reception and progression through KS1. 

    • Central training provided (both online and face-to-face). 

    • Access to a wealth of pupil-facing resources. 

    • Expectation of schools to deliver a daily 10–15 minute number session for all children, in addition to normal maths lessons. 

    • Lead Teachers will join an online community to share practice and reflect critically. 

     

    In this video, Debbie Morgan, the NCETM’s Director for Primary, explains the rationale for the programme and how the abacus-like rekenrek can be used to help children develop confidence and fluency with number.  Use of a rekenrek is just one element of the Mastering Number Programme.

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