Mastering Number at Reception and KSl

Supporting pupils to develop good number sense

Participant Feedback

“Children are developing confidence in their number work and higher attaining, children are beginning to develop a deeper understanding of numbers and their compositions “
“Children are starting to flexibly partition numbers to solve problems, they have gained massive confidence in their own understanding.”
“Children becoming more confident in using stem sentences without prompting – less able children becoming more engaged with the maths sessions.”

A national programme now in its fifth year

What is involved?

This programme focuses on the key knowledge and understanding needed in Reception, and progression through KSl. 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.

What will you learn?

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 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