Why are these Work Groups needed?

In the Maths Hub there are many teachers working in special schools, units or secondary school where students are struggling to make progress in maths.

Developing an engaging curriculum that is appropriate for students with SEND and prepares them sufficiently for the next stage of development in crucial. Special needs teachers plan for maths in a unique way. Much learning happens outside of direct mathematics lesson time and is often linked to student pathways and EHCPS. Participating in this Work Group provides an opportunity for professionals to reflect on how they plan for, assess, and build upon this learning.

The aim of the Work Group is work with SEND schools to address specific challenges of developing early years mathematics skills in engaging, age-appropriate contexts. The Work Group will support schools that need support to put the key foundations needed so they are able to plan bespoke learning experiences for their studen

Who should apply?

Participants should be subject leaders and teachers in special school settings. It would also be appropriate for teachers who to encourage one or more teaching assistants to participate.

Any questions?

Email: enigmamathshub@denbigh.net

The Work Group Model

A lesson study approach is encouraged where all participants focus on a particular aspect of the maths curriculum and work collaboratively to develop this in their schools. Discussion of practice is encouraged wherever possible.

Work focuses around a particular mathematical theme. In this case looking at the ways that teaching practises can be changed or adapted, and to plan effective small steps maths lessons or interventions using NCETM mastery materials. Participants are expected to consider ways to develop the approaches with other staff in their schools. This will be evaluated by the Work Group Lead

Participant requirement

Each Maths Hub serves schools in a specified group of named local council areas. Please only sign up for this course if your employing school is within Enigma Maths Hubs region, this can be checked on the following link: https://www.ncetm.org.uk/maths-hubs/find-your-hub/

Dates of sessions:

08/03/22, 22/03/2022, 29/03/22, 10/05/22, 07/06/22

All sessions run from 2:00pm to 3:30 pm