Let's Talk About Reasoning

Join Lynwen for a practical and inspiring professional learning session all about mathematical reasoning — what it is, why it matters, and how we can confidently develop it in the primary classroom.

Why attend?
Mathematical reasoning plays a key role in helping learners make sense of maths, communicate their thinking, and become independent problem solvers. In this session, we’ll break down what reasoning looks like in practice and give you ready-to-use strategies you can apply straight away.

In this session, we will explore:
• How to use and develop the language of reasoning with pupils
• Practical ways to create opportunities for learners to reason confidently
• Why reasoning is essential to deep mathematical understanding
• Classroom-friendly ideas, examples, and top tips you can use tomorrow.

Who should attend?
This session is suitable for all primary teachers — whether you’re new to teaching reasoning or looking to refresh your practice with fresh, practical ideas.

What you’ll take away:
• A clearer understanding of mathematical reasoning in action
• Strategies to boost reasoning skills in your learners
• Practical activities you can implement with confidence

Lynwen Barnsley has many years’ experience of providing mathematics training and support for primary schools. Before beginning work as an independent consultant, she was Maths Adviser with the City and County of Swansea. She now provides bespoke mathematics training for schools, training courses with Collective Learning and works as a consultant for Numicon.

Lynwen’s training courses focus on the why and how of teaching mathematics, providing practical ideas and approaches that ensure learners “make sense” of maths and develop as independent mathematical thinkers.

🎥 This session will be recorded and available to view for 7 days after the event.

Please note: You must register to receive the recording — even if you can’t attend live.

A Note About Data Collection

This training is funded by the Welsh Government funded Wales Union Learning Fund (WULF).

Please note that, for you to receive support from the WULF programme, we are required to collect specific information from you during the registration process. This information is collected for project monitoring and evaluation purposes only.

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Get in touch with wulf@neu.org.uk prior to making your booking should you have any queries or questions about providing the information requested.