Mathematics - Primary

What is happening in Mathematics ....

Schools are building on the improvements at Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 as they review and develop planning for progression across the primary phase. The Primary National Strategy continues to evolve and we will support schools in implementing the Renewed Framework.

Our CPD provision reflects the need to:

• raise standards by maintaining our focus on teaching and learning
• strengthen teachers' subject knowledge
• extend effective use of resources and ICT
• develop the role of teaching assistants.

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Follow the links on this page to view more detail about any of the courses or meetings listed.

Primary Mathematics Network Meetings
Subject network meetings will include:

• an update on national, local and regional developments in the subject
• professional development in a topical subject-related issue
• sharing of effective practice with colleagues from other schools.

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Autumn Term 2008

Developing Mathematics in Primary Classrooms
A blend of in-depth explorations of key mathematical topics, classroom activities and action research to develop subject knowledge for teachers and TAs.

Teaching Mathematics in Shropshire for NQTs
An opportunity for teachers in the early years of their careers to reflect on their developing practice in mathematics teaching and learning, and to begin to address current priorities.

Leading Mathematics
Training for recently appointed or aspiring subject leaders in mathematics. An introduction to the changing role of subject leaders for mathematics. Intended for those newly appointed to the role, the programme would also serve as a refresher to more experienced teachers and leaders as well as those who wish to foster responsibility for the subject.

Intervention in Mathematics at Key Stage 1
Teachers and teaching assistants explore a Wave 3 approach to supporting pupils in mathematics.

Supporting Children in Key Stage 2 With Gaps in Their Mathematical Understanding
Teachers and teaching assistants explore in-depth the structured approach to supporting children with gaps in their mathematical understanding as promoted by the Primary National Strategy.

Investigations: Reasoning & Calculation
High quality teaching and learning is essential in this hard to learn, difficult to teach strand of mathematics. This course offers an opportunity to enrich your repertoire of techniques to engage pupils and ensure success.

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Spring Term 2009

Investigations: Reasoning with Shape & Space
How can we teach this dynamic strand of mathematics more effectively? This course goes beyond worksheets and texts to unlock engaging activities for learners.

Data Analysis for Staff Leading or With a Special Interest in English, Maths or Science
A strategic approach to the analysis and use of data to support teaching and learning.

Dyscalculia - A Specific Learning Difficulty in Mathematics
A theoretical background to Dyscalculia and a consideration of learning styles/teaching strategies.

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Summer Term 2009

Teaching Calculation Using Models¸ Images & ICT
A practical guide to effective teaching and learning from Reception to Year 6. Building children's understanding of number and calculation by using carefully deployed resources and ICT in classrooms.

Springboard Mathematics for Key Stage 2
A practical guide on using 'Wave 2' intervention programmes effectively for teachers and teaching assistants.

Investigations: Reasoning with Number and Algebra
How can the universal language of mathematics appear to pupils to be so dull? Find ways of engaging learners through this strand of mathematics.