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Ready to Progress - thoughts from the Maths Hub

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 20:19:07 GMT

Guidance for teaching Mathematics at Key Stages 1 and 2 to help pupils progress through the National Curriculum

As many teachers did, on 6th July, our Primary team sat exploring the new guidance published by DfE. Literally the week before, in our various Maths Hubs forums, the tools had been unveiled to us as ‘coming soon’ and all we could think about is ‘What can we do to help teachers to find their way through this’?

Publishing in the last weeks of term was not ideal, but most definitely better than a summer holiday publication, lost online! Or a September publication, when we have just planned out what we think is the best re-introduction to maths for many children who have had a lengthy period of homeschooling.

The guidance is not just a lengthy word document, or 7 of them if you look at them individually. Accompanying the text documents are a suite of videos to support all teachers to use the materials. These are available here .

We know teachers had so many questions, and observations from the flurry of online talk on publication date. Whilst we did not want a knee-jerk reaction (this is not just a COVID-19 publication, this is ‘for life’), we wanted to be able to provide some support to all teachers. In 24 hours, after 1 email, 2 tweets and a Facebook post our online sessions with Dr Debbie Morgan had filled to capacity; local and not-so-local teachers who wanted to hear more about the materials, and who could also then potentially connect with their Maths Hubs. Maths Hubs most definitely will be using these materials as they support teachers in the coming year. We anticipated many more questions than actually arose in the sessions, likely because many teachers just wanted to know what the guidance was and with the wonders of virtual meetings, Debbie was able to share this with us all.

So, what did we take from these meetings, which would be helpful to share with you all?

The guidance is a culmination of research which started in 2014, and started to become a working document about a year ago. It is non-statutory guidance, designed to support teachers to identify two things:

the key skills and aspects of NC2014 that underpin the rest of the curriculum to bring coherence within and across year groups (Ready to Progress criteria)
identify and provide resources for key aspects of maths that are often misunderstood.

This guidance is not a replacement for the National Curriculum, nor should your current long term planning be shelved in respect of this! But, as teachers we all recognise the struggle of fitting everything in, particularly where children have gaps in learning, so this guidance helps to prioritise key areas of the curriculum to aid children to progress to the next stage of learning. A key observation from the specialists who have taken part in the Shanghai exchange, and the wider discussions as part of the TRGs and showcase events is the trust in teachers who know children have ‘learnt something’ in a previous year, a contrast to my favourite cartoon, I taught my dog to whistle ...

The guidance is for school leaders, maths leads and class teachers and key to successful implementation is a coherent approach - familiarity with the guidance and the structure, and a carefully planned adaptation to current curriculum provision.

In Debie’s presentation, our attention was drawn to the progression and coherence in the representations throughout all year groups; the development and use of precise and accurate mathematical language; making connections between topics as well as in the progression of a concept; the focus on making connections by exposing mathematical relationships. The latter would certainly help us to understand and appreciate the areas of the curriculum which are included - Number and Place Value (NPV), Number Facts, (NF), Addition and Subtraction (AS), Multiplication and Division (MD) and Fractions (F). Geometry (G) is also explicit: But much of the curriculum is implicit, for example our measuring skills are such because we have a good understanding of relative position of numbers (NPV). The guidance also includes an appendix with an overview of number facts and fluency.

Several teachers have observed, and asked the question ‘Why is there no fractions in KS1?’. The working premise of this document is that the priority areas should have more time spent on them and whilst fractions remain part of the KS1 curriculum, it is not considered to be fundamental to the children’s progress into Year 3.

So, now we have a greater understanding of the structure of the materials and design of them, how do you use them alongside your current plans? Choose a strand and track this in your curriculum plans; where is it the same and where is it different? Is there anything missing? Have you given sufficient time for children to have ‘depth of learning’ in this concept? As a school you can focus on the representations used to model the learning and the language used to explain the maths.

Number and place value, for most of us, is the first unit in our autumn term plans. And a secure understanding of the previous year groups number curriculum is going to be crucial for us to progress onto the four operations. The ready-to-progress criteria describe learning at the end of that particular year group, so we need to look back to the previous year group criteria in September (returning to learning in school or not) and use a range of activities to explore understanding with the children. The ‘future applications’ will help us to make connections to the current year group’s (or future as this column is not always the next year group) learning. If you are fortunate enough to be able to talk to the class teacher from last year, their knowledge of the security of the learning will be key.

One of our teachers tried to map this out in the diagram below -

At some point in our curriculum planning we will need to review the teaching time we have. More schools are moving to a learning journey of a unit, rather than a block of 20 lessons, fitting with the teaching for mastery approach which I can understand. HEALTH WARNING: if we demonstrate no awareness of the complete year, we could end up next year being even less ‘ready-to-progress’ than we were before.

It’s important that as teachers we see these ready-to-progress criteria as a part of our plan-teach-assess cycle and that they do not become a tick list.

For all teachers, they are going to be a useful tool to support our subject expertise - ever found yourself wondering why they just do not get it? Chances are, there’s a tiny building block which is not fully understood and that is the foundation the child needed.

Colleagues teaching in small schools (or those in larger with mixed-age) will always ask, how does this work. The strength of this guidance is the greater progression (backwards) to help to see mathematical concepts in year groups which could blend together.

Someone will always ask you the question, ‘Will OFSTED check against this?’ Their framework has never intended to inspect ‘the what’, but they have always reminded us that we need to know why we are teaching what we are. Leaders should be able to demonstrate an awareness of this guidance and it’s key ideas, particularly when discussing learning and the recognition that some children have some gaps. We are constantly being reminded of the Hattie research into the adapted curriculum provision, and the importance of teacher’s teaching what the children needed to learn. Hopefully this guidance will help us to make those decisions.

We know that further guidance will be coming as the maths teams continue to work with teachers and leaders using these tools. At the session with Debbie, she alluded to some supporting materials for subject leaders to use in any INSET in September. Our eyes will be peeled and as soon as we know, we will be sure to share with you.

We hope you are ready-to-progress, albeit to a sun lounger and a relaxing book!

New secondary online CPD courses Introduction to Mastery

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 09:44:41 GMT

KS3-KS4 Transitional challenges

Join our free online CPD Introduction to Mastery online workshops which offer a valuable opportunity to discover more about the Teaching for Mastery approach. Two 1 hour 30min sessions will enable you to discover new ideas and practices to manage transitional challenges from KS3-KS4.

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Should you be unable to attend but would like to receive resources please get in touch

Kent Secondary Maths Online

Sat, 09 May 2020 09:00:37 GMT

An online meeting with The Education People and the Maths Hub for Secondary HoDs

Come join the TEP and the Kent and Medway Maths Hub for a catch up about Secondary Maths in Kent and Medway.
Full details from Andrew Woods (TEP) email above.

Learning and Working from Home

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:39:52 GMT

Some links for teachers, parents and students.

Below are a few links to sites with tutorials and questions (Other websites are available!)

NRICH guidance on working from home for parents and carers.
NCETM Support

Primary

www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/shows/numberblocks

corbettmathsprimary.com

www.whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/
NCETM Video Lessons for Primary Age

NRICH Primary

Secondary

www.whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/ (Years 7 and 8)

www.corbettmaths.com

www.drfrostmaths.com

www.mathsgenie.co.uk

NRICH Secondary

The National Academy

SECONDARY MASTERY SPECIALISTS - RECRUITING NOW

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 13:39:46 GMT

How To Apply:

For full details and application form click here .

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 1st June 2020.

Enquiries: sarah.rose@mtsa.co.uk or j.afolayan@kandmmathshub.org

Early Years Conference Postponed

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:37:13 GMT

Please note the Early Years Conference on 27th April has been postponed. All delegates registered will be contacted as soon as a revised date has been confirmed.

AMSP Twilight CPD

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 20:23:23 GMT

Are you aware that the AMSP provides FREE twilight teacher professional development in its regular teacher network meetings at 3 venues in Kent and Medway? These meetings are held after school to reduce the need for lesson cover and to enable more teachers to attend. Teacher Network meetings confirmed and available for booking are:

Date: 25 February 2020, 16.00 to 18.00

Venue: St George’s C of E School, Meadow Road, Gravesend, Kent DA11 7LS

Topic: Using Graphical calculators in the A level Classroom

Booking link: https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6952

Date: 17 March 2020, 16.00 to 18.00

Venue: Canterbury Academy, Knight Avenue, Canterbury, Kent CT2 8QA

Topic: Increasing the Number of Girls studying Mathematics post-16

Booking link: https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/7124

Date: 18 March 2020, 16.00 to 18.00

Venue: Weald of Kent Grammar School, Tudeley Lane, Tonbridge TN9 2JP

Topic: Addressing the Overarching Themes of the A Level Maths Qualification: Mathematical argument language and proof

Booking link: https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/7064

Date: 24 March 2020, 16.00 to 18.00

Venue: St George’s C of E School, Meadow Road, gravesend, Kent DA11 7LS

Topic: Raising Confidence in the Mathematics Classroom

Booking link: https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6947

Date: 24 June 2020, 16.00 to 18.00

Venue: Weald of Kent Grammar School, Tudeley Lane, Tonbridge TN9 2JP

Topic: Addressing the Overarching Themes of the A Level Maths Qualification: Mathematical Problem Solving

Booking link: https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/7064

Targeted Support Work Group Launched

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 20:24:37 GMT

Using Precision Teaching to target weaknesses.

In this Work Group participants will develop skills to accelerate the learning of students who find the learning of mathematics difficult.

Precision Teaching is a method of planning a teaching programme to meet the needs of an individual child or young person who is experiencing difficulty with acquiring or maintaining some skills. It has an inbuilt monitoring function and is a means of evaluating the effectiveness of what is being taught.

“I have seen pupils, with a range of special educational needs, exceed expectations when taking part in the PhD research. They made rapid progress and developed and maintained higher order skills, in tasks that were self-motivating. Precision Teaching is a new and exciting intervention that I think will be key element of teaching in the future. "
John Somers Headteacher, The Wyvern School

For further details please see click here .

Shanghai Exchange Postponed

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 09:21:14 GMT

10th/11th March 2020 Professional Development Opportunites: Kent Event Centre

Unfortunately, we have heard from the DfE that they have decided to postpone the visit of Shanghai Maths teachers to England at the end of February because of the ongoing novel coronavirus outbreak in China.

The Kent & Medway Maths Hub would like to continue with the professional development opportunities for teachers and as such still plan to host events on Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th March at The Kent Event Cente, Detling Showground, Maidstone.

If you have not already registered for one of these events and would like to do so, please contact Sarah Rose: sarah.rose@mtsa.co.uk

EEF Improving Mathematics in the Early Years and Key Stage 1

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 09:57:09 GMT

New guidance report from EEF

The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) have just released a new guidance report on five recommendations to support practitioners in developing mathematics skills of 3-7 year olds.

Full report below here educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/tools/guidance-reports/early-maths/

FREE Early Years Maths Conference: Making Maths Memorable

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 19:38:33 GMT

Monday 27th April 2020, 9AM-12.30PM, Riverside Community Centre, Gravesend, DA12 2JY

Click here for full flyer and booking details

Secondary Maths Subject Meets

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 09:03:04 GMT

Eat Cake and Talk Pi

Are you a secondary maths teacher or subject lead in Kent and Medway?
Do you want to make links with similar departments in your area?
Do you want to discuss, share ideas and resources?

Sign up for the next round of our Secondary Maths Subject Meets. Eat cake and talk pi!

North - The Howard School

Wednesday 05th Feb 2020 4-6pm

Wednesday 17th June 2020 4-6pm

East - Spires Academy

Wednesday 22nd Jan 2020 4-6pm

Wednesday 3rd June 2020 4-6pm

South East - Highworh Grammar School

Thursday 30th Jan 2020 4-6pm

Wednesday 10th June 2020 4-6pm

West - Cornwallis Academy

Wednesday 29th Jan 2020 4-6pm

Wednesday 24th June 2019 4-6pm

Booking contact sarah.rose@mtsa.co.uk. Cost Free!

Updates from NCETM

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 09:15:38 GMT

Update of recent communications from NCETM

Click each link below:

Secondary Round Up
NCETM December Newsletter
Latest Edition of Bespoke
"What mastery has done for our school" - Podcast from St Marylebone CE School

For full details visit the NCETM News site .

Representations at Key Stage 3

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 09:08:15 GMT

The NCETM has recently launch a series of materials and videos to support the use of using different representations in Key Stage 3 using a variety of resources.

Commonly used in primary mathematics or have been historically considered the reserve of lower prior attainers, representations can be equally valuable for revealing mathematical structures at secondary level for all students.

Below we outline some of the resources used. For further guidance on using each research take a look at all the NCETM materials at www.ncetm.org.uk/resources/53609 .

Algebra Tiles

Algebra Tiles are a collection of square and rectangular tiles that can be used to represent expressions containing both numerical and algebraic terms. There are three different files: 1, x and x2 and are based on an area model.

Each tile is reversed so that it can denote the additive inverse of the original.

They can be used to represent expressions and show how expressions can be manipulated. One key idea is that of the zero pair where we can use a tiles and its additive inverse to make zero. This leads on to the idea of how we can represent working with directed numbers.

For more about Algebra Tiles visit www.ncetm.org.uk/files/110720772/ncetm_ks3_algebra_tiles.pdf

Arrays and Area Models

s are a way of organising set of countable objects. From the product of two integers to the product of two binomials, arrays can be used to provide a consistent model for representation that students will be familiar with.

For more about Arrays and Area Models visit
www.ncetm.org.uk/files/110720774/ncetm_ks3_arrays_area_models.pdf

Cuisenaire Rods

Cuisenaire Rods are proportional number sticks ranging from 1cm to 10cm. Each stick is represented by a different colour and because they have no markings each stick can represent a ‘unit’.

Most commonly used in the primary setting Cuisenaire Rods can be used across the age range here, for example, with the binomial theorem at A Level.

For more about Cuisenaire Rods visit
www.ncetm.org.uk/files/110720776/ncetm_ks3_cuisenaire_rods.pdf

Other representations include:

Bar models
Dienes (and place-value counters)
Double number lines (and ratio tables)
The Gattegno chart
Place-value charts
Single number lines

For further guidance on using each respresentation take a look at all the NCETM materials at www.ncetm.org.uk/resources/53609 .

England - China Exchange

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 20:47:14 GMT

Three teachers from Kent and Medway take part in the England China Maths Hub Exchange.

Three teachers from Kent and Medway are currently in Shanghai researching the teaching of mathematics. Krista Bradford (The Wells Free School), Dr Helen Billinge (Tonbridge Grammar School) and Natasha Newport (St Peter In Thanet) have been selected to take part in a prestigious teacher exchange, focusing on mathematics, with partner schools in Shanghai.

They are among around 100 expert mathematics teachers from schools across England taking part in an exchange as part of the Maths Hubs Programme.

The purpose of the exchange is to further develop the understanding and implementation of mastery approaches to teaching mathematics in schools across Kent and Medway.

This is one part of the Teaching for Mastery Programme, run by the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM) in conjunction with the Maths Hubs Programme, and funded by the DfE.

Funding for the programme, initially amounting to £41m, was launched in July 2016.

The group of teachers, all of whom have completed training as Mastery Specialists in a programme run by the NCETM and Maths Hubs, are visiting Shanghai and hosting their partner teachers from Shanghai in English schools in March 2020.

There are 37 Maths Hubs, spread across England, each led by a school with a record of high achievement in mathematics, and of supporting improvements in mathematics teaching and learning in neighbouring schools.

This is the sixth teacher exchange with schools in Shanghai since the Maths Hubs Programme was launched in autumn 2014.

For more information, see www.mathshubs.org.uk or contact steve.mccormack@ncetm.org.uk

Term 1 Bulletin

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 09:04:52 GMT

End of Term 1 Bulletin

Our Term 1 Bulletin provides details of our CPD offer, NCETM updates and other interesting articles.

Take a look here .

University of Kent Open Day

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:04:50 GMT

Mathematics, Statistics or Actuarial Science

The University of Kent is hosting an open day for Mathematics, Statistics or Actuarial Science .

It is open to Y12 and Y13 students taking A level Mathematics (or Further Mathematics) who intend to study mathematics, statistics or actuarial science at university.

Find out more at blogs.kent.ac.uk/mathstasterday/

AMSP Professional Development Opportunities

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 09:14:18 GMT

AMSP teacher PD opportunities across the Kent and Medway Region

AMSP professional development opportunities are taking place across Kent and Medway in the coming weeks. All of this PD is FREE to teachers in state-funded schools and will be offered on the same basis to teachers in independent schools if places are available. Full details of all available courses can be found on our events listing page at https://amsp.org.uk/events .

Monday 30 September 2019: A Level Mechanics, Year 1 Content at CATS Canterbury, CT1 3LQ. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6156 .

Thursday 26 November 2019 : An Introduction to STEP Mathematics at Weald of Kent Grammar School, TN9 2JP. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6160 .

Tuesday 15 October 2019: Raising Confidence with Reasoning in the GCSE Classroom at Canterbury College, CT1 3AJ. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/5857 .

Thursday 14 October 2019: Using Technology in A Level Maths at Ashford School, TN24 8PB. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6151 .

Thursday 21 November 2019: Discover Quadratics for New Teachers of GCSE at Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School, ME1 3EL. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6511 .

Wednesday 11 December 2019: Raising Confidence with Problem Solving in the GCSE Classroom at Canterbury College, CT1 3AJ. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/5858 .

AMSP Enrichment Opportunities

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 08:59:29 GMT

Student enrichment opportunities across the Kent and Medway region.

Please find below a list of some of the AMSP student enrichment opportunities that will be taking place in the Kent and Medway area over the coming weeks. Full details can be found on our events listing page at https://amsp.org.uk/events .

Tuesday 12 November 2019 : Senior Team maths Challenge at Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School, ME1 3EL. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6270 .

Beginning on Saturday 16 November 2019 : A series of 10 Problem Solving Classes for year 12 and year 13 students at The University of Kent, CT2 7PE. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6497 .

Tuesday 19 November 2019 : Senior Team maths Challenge at Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys, CT4 7AS. Further information and booking link at https://amsp.org.uk/events/details/6269 .

Teacher Subject Specialism Training

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Developing Secondary Mathematics for Non-Specialists

Do you know teachers who teach Maths but who did not train in Mathematics or do not have a degree in Mathematics? Would YOU be interested in a course to develop your Mathematics knowledge and pedagogy in a supportive environment?

As a part of the Teacher Subject Specialism Training (TSST) project, a number of local schools are running TSST for Secondary subjects:

Dartford Grammar School - Maths, Physics & MFL, contact Lisa Richards, 01322 223039.
Gravesend Grammar School - Maths, contact Laura Bunny, 01474 331893.
Homewood School - Maths & French, contact Paul Hanson, 01580 764222.
Rochester Grammar - Maths, Core Maths, Physics and MFL, contact Ashley Wickens, 07720 920682.
Weald of Kent Grammar - Maths, Physics, French and Spanish, contact Chris Lowe, 01732 373500.

Kent and Medway Secondary Maths Conference

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 07:48:42 GMT

Bring together secondary teachers from across Kent and Medway

The day will include:

Plenary lectures by Charlie Stripp (MEI) and Jo Morgan (Resourcesaholic)
Three workshops from a choice of Core Maths, A Level Maths, Further Maths , GCSE Maths and pedagogical/developmental topics
Opportunities to browse the stalls of maths educationalists and suppliers of maths resources
Excellent networking possibilities

For a full flyer click here . To book click here .

Secondary Network Meetings

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Maths Teacher - Meet - Eat Cake and Talk Pi

Want to meet and network with secondary maths teachers and share your ideas?

Come and eat cake and talk Pi at our Secondary network meetings.
Open to anyone teaching mathematics in a secondary setting. Cost is free!

Wednesday 5th June 4-6pm - Spires Academy

Wednesday 3rd April 4-6pm - Highworth Grammar School

Wednesday 12th June 4pm-6pm - Highworth Grammar School

Wednesday 13th March 4pm-6pm - The Howard School

Wednesday 13th June 4pm-6pm - The Howard School

Thursday 21st March 4pm-6pm - Holmesdale School

Thursday 27th June 4pm-6pm - Holmesdale School

To book contact the maths hub administrator: srose@sjwms.co.uk

Booking, email: srose@sjwms.co.uk

Shanghai Live 2019

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 21:01:07 GMT

Details of our 2019 Shanghai Exchange Events

Sara Sinnerton, Geri Holliday and Sarah Dean, some of our teaching for mastery specialists, are among 70 expert mathematics teachers from schools across England taking part in an exchange as part of the Maths Hubs programme. They and their schools are working with the Kent and Medway Maths Hub.

The purpose of the exchange is to further develop the understanding and implementation of mastery approaches to teaching maths in their schools and across the Maths Hubs programme.

This is one part of the Teaching for Mastery Programme, run by the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM) in conjunction with the Maths Hubs programme, and funded by the DfE.

Funding for the four-year programme, amounting to £41m, was announced in July 2016.

The group of teachers, all of whom have completed training as Mastery Specialists in a programme run by the NCETM and Maths Hubs, will be visiting Shanghai in November/December this year, and hosting their partner teachers from Shanghai in English schools in January 2019.

There are 35 Maths Hubs, spread across England, each led by a school with a record of high achievement in maths and of supporting improvements in maths teaching and learning in neighbouring schools.

This is the fifth teacher exchange with schools in Shanghai since the Maths Hubs programme was launched in autumn 2014.

In January two of our local schools will host two teachers from Shanghai. There will be showcase events so that local mathematics teachers may see and discuss lessons taught by the Shanghai staff.

The Year 6 lessons will be very suitable for KS3 staff also.

Local Dates:

Tuesday 22nd January 2019, 9.00-11.45 West Borough Primary School, Maidstone – Y6

Wednesday 23rd January 2019, 9.15-12.00 The Whitstable School, Whitstable –Y6

Thursday 24th January 2019, 9.00-11.45 West Borough Primary School, Maidstone – Y3

Booking will be essential. Full details will follow shortly.

Raising Confidence with 11-16 Maths

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:02:27 GMT

This suite of courses focuses on these areas, providing strategies and resources to use in the classroom with secondary students.

The changes to the GCSE have given greater prominence to Reasoning and Problem Solving over the last few years and there is a national drive to increase the number of students studying maths beyond GCSE. This suite of courses focuses on these areas, providing strategies and resources to use in the classroom with secondary students.

Raising Confidence with Reasoning
This day focuses on the development of Reasoning from KS2 through to GCSE. It will provide strategies and ideas for teachers to use in their classrooms to develop the skills of their students.
Raising Confidence with Problem Solving
This day focuses on the development of Problem Solving through secondary mathematics. We will consider different models for embedding a problem solving culture in the classroom and provide practical strategies that help students to become more resilient problem solvers. Through reference to recent GCSE exam questions we look at how problem solving can be introduced across the mathematics curriculum and provide ideas for teachers to embed these skills systematically throughout secondary mathematics.
Raising Confidence with Higher Mathematics
This day focuses on topics in the GCSE which are developed into AS/A level Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Core Maths. It will provide strategies and ideas for teachers to use in their classrooms to deepen their students' understanding, encourage them to study mathematics beyond GCSE and support them in this.

To get the most from the courses, it is suggested that schools attend all three, although it is not necessary for the same teacher to attend all three days and the course has been designed to support three different teachers attending across all three days. The courses include pre- and post- course tasks to support teachers in discussing the content of the days while sharing and developing best practice across entire departments.

Funding

These courses are funded by the DfE and are offered free of charge to teachers working in state-funded schools, colleges and academies. In addition, participants' schools will be eligible to claim £100 per teacher for each day to enable attendance. Schools in Opportunity Areas or Areas of Low Participation will be able to claim £150 for each day.

Applications

Applications for these courses are now open and early booking is advised. Venues and dates of the Raising Confidence courses can be found here .

Please submit an online application if you wish to apply for a place on this course.

SMaR+ PD 2018/19 COURSES

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Thu, 27 Sep 2018 12:23:30 GMT

SMaR+ PD will be running various courses over the academic year. Please click here for full details and booking information.

Advanced Mathematics Support ProgrameAdvanced Mathematics Support Programe

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 12:49:34 GMT

Teacher Professional Development and Student Enrichment Opportunities in Kent

With the first term of the new academic year well underway, I thought it appropriate to let you know details of AMSP teacher professional development and student enrichment opportunities that have been planned for Kent in the coming months.

On 2nd October 2018 we are running a 'Raising Confidence with Reasoning' course at Weald of Kent Grammar School, TN9 2JP. This is the first of a series of 3 courses planned for this year to raise confidence in the teaching of 11-16 mathematics. State- funded schools, colleges and academies can book one or two places on each of the three courses, with the flexibility for each day to be attended by a different teacher and the ideas shared across the department. The courses are FREE to teachers from qualifying institutions, with additional funding of £100 per teacher attending help to alleviate the cost of attendance. Look here for further details.

For those of you who teach STEP mathematics, we are running an introduction to STEP mathematics PD day at Ashford School, TN24 8PB on 9th November 2018. We have a very experienced STEP tutor from UCL leading this course. This course is open to teachers from ALL schools, subject to a payment of £50 to help us cover costs. Further details and the booking link for this course are here .

Our first Canterbury teacher network meeting of the year is planned for Thursday 11th October at Canterbury Academy, running from 16.15 until 18.00. Jenny Davey, one of our London Area Coordinators, will lead a session on Active Statistics for A Level Mathematics, focusing on the year 2 Statistics content. Further details are here .

Finally, an advance warning that I will soon be announcing the dates for a series of 10 problem solving workshops for sixth form students on Saturday mornings at the University of Kent. Please keep an eagle eye out for my email announcing this and encourage your students to apply as soon as they can as places are limited and will be taken up quickly.

Kind regards,

John Heffernan

Area Coordinator | Advanced Maths Support Programme

NCETM Professional Development Accredited Lead

T: 07909 952732

E: john.heffernan@amsp.org.uk

Greater Depth

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Sun, 09 Sep 2018 08:33:23 GMT

Launching our Greater Depth Workgroup

Teachers from a number of schools will work together to develop their understanding of how to facilitate activities and questions that provide opportunities for all children to work at greater depth than the expected standard, as and when they are ready for it, within a teaching for mastery context.

Building on findings from the 2017-18 project, more schools are being offered the opportunity to explore what it means to work deeply in mathematics.

Collaboratively, they will use existing tasks/questions and design their own, to ensure that pupils are not accelerated through the programmes of study but have a deep and sustainable knowledge of mathematics for their age.

What is Involved?
Three workshops working with teachers from other schools in the Work Group to reflect on current practice, clarify understanding of what ‘greater depth’ looks like in maths lessons and design activities for working at greater depth. 

Gap tasks to complete in school, integrated with and supported by the work done in the workshops.

North Kent Mathematics Network

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 07:11:03 GMT

University Maths Entrance Exams and Year 2 A-Level

This session is free thanks to funding from FMSP.

To confirm attendance please contact: Jo Randhawa, randhawaj@gravesendgrammar.eu

West Kent Secondary Network Meeting

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 14:24:07 GMT

Maths Hub and AMSP (formerly FMSP) subject leaders meeting

Bespoke

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 19:59:52 GMT

Latest issue of Bespoke now available.

The NCETM has just published the latest issue of Bespoke , which brings up-to-date news from the Maths Hubs Programme, including the announcement of moves to create two new Maths Hubs in the North West of England, and work priorities for next year.

Raising Confidence at Level 3

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Tue, 08 May 2018 10:36:08 GMT

Free CPD - Raising Confidence in the Mathematics Classroom

For more details click here .

Quantum Scholars

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 20:07:39 GMT

Funded Maths and Science recruitment through a DfE approved provider.

Quantum Scholars started as a DfE test and learn project with the mission to find and place highly skilled Maths and Science teachers into schools in the South of England.

The project was run by two teaching school alliances and the South East of England Maths Hubs. The commercial partner for the recruitment element of the project was initially provided by Academics, a brand of A-Day consultants. Due to the huge success of the project, Quantum Scholars is now a brand in it’s own right and part of the A-Day consultants family of brands.

After the success of the initial project, the Quantum Scholars brand successfully tendered to become part of a government framework of providers to find, recruit and provide CPD to overseas Maths and Science teachers. We focus our efforts on recruiting teachers from the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

For a full flyer click here .

Canterbury Maths Teacher Network

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 14:23:08 GMT

A Level Active - A Level Pure Topics Tuesday 1st May 1600-1800

This interactive, hands-on session is designed to share techniques, resources, technology and approaches for engaging all students in A level mathematics learning.

Alison Terry (FMSP Area Coordinator) will lead a session on Active Pure topics for A Level Mathematics. She will demonstrate how to build the ethos that you want in your classroom; how to promote engagement with learning and how to generate continuous feedback. In addition, she will discuss and demonstrate engaging resources for teaching A Level Pure topics which you can take away and use in your classroom.

This session is free thanks to funding from the FMSP. Light refreshments will be provided.

Please confirm attendance here .

Venue: Canterbury Academy, Knight Avenue, Cantebury, CT2 8QA.

KENT & MEDWAY SECONDARY CONFERENCE 5TH JULY 2018

183:707564603 (Justin Dodd) — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 09:26:50 GMT

Early Bird Offer of £50 extended to 16th April 2018

To book click here .

A Level Active - Mechanics

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 20:00:00 GMT

Please see below for details of a hands on Mechanics session in Canterbury by FMSP. Tuesday 6th March 4pm-6pm. Canterbury Academy, Knight Avenue, Canterbury, CT2 8QA

GETTING TO GRIPS WITH STATISTICS IN THE NEW A LEVEL - FREE - BOOKING NOW

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:47:00 GMT

Chefs Academy, The Canterbury High School, Knight Avenue, Canterbury, Kent CT2 Thursday 22nd March 2018, 9.30am – 4.00pm This course is appropriate for any teacher who will be teaching the new AS and A level Mathematics qualifications. It introduces the main statistics topics and the changes in the approach to these topics from legacy S1 modules. Opportunities for embedding technology into your statistics teaching and using large data sets are highlighted throughout. For more information and to book a place, please contact Sarah Rose at srose@sjwms.co.uk

MATHS TEACHER MEET - EAT CAKE TALK PI - NOW BOOKING

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 10:34:00 GMT

Please see attached flyer for details of a free secondary math teacher network to share ideas and resources.Sessions are held in Canterbury, Maidstone, Ashford and Medway and are all free.To book, email srose@sjwms.co.uk

FMSP - MECHANICS TOPICS FOR YEAR 13 MATHEMATICS

Thu, 11 Jan 2018 09:38:00 GMT

Please find attached details of an upcoming CPD day with FMSP on Mechanics Topics for Year 13. This is suitable for any A level maths teacher and will be covering mechanics content over and above AS.Please use the link on the flyer to book.

TEACHER SUBJECT SPECIALISM TRAINING WITH NORTH WEST KENT TEACHING ALLIANCE

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 11:15:00 GMT

The North West Kent Teaching School Alliance is delighted to offer free subject specialism training in Maths.To be eligible for the course, candidates must hold QTS, and they must have completed their teacher training in a different subject to the TSST course. The training is accredited by the University of Sussex.Dates: 13th December 2017; 10th January 2018; 7th February 2018; 7th March 2018; 18th April 2018; 23rd May 2018See attached flyer for full details.

Secondary Maths TSST with George Abbot Teaching School

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 10:52:00 GMT

Please see attached details for full information.FREE Subject Specialism Training with a cover bursary of £500 per participantDesigned for teachers who are teaching Maths as a second subject and for those returning to teaching4 days course spread throughout the year (starting early 2018)3 optional twilight sessions delivering a coding elementLead Practitioner support available for each individualTopics covered will include: Number, ration and proportion, probability and statistics, geometry and geometrical proofs, algebra and algebraic proofsSuitable for non specialist teacher who want to teach maths as an additional subject or returnersLunch and course materials provided - no cost to attend For more details or to register your interest and book your place Please contact Jackie Blackwood: Jblackwood@georgeabbot.surrey.sch.uk or Tel: 01483 888047 George Abbot Teaching School, George Abbot School, Woodruff Avenue, Burpham, Guildford GU1 1XX

Secondary Teaching For Mastery

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 15:14:00 GMT

Teachers are talking about “Shanghai-Style teaching for mastery”, but what is it, what is it not?What are the core principles and characteristics?What does teaching secondary maths for mastery look like?Join us to explore the principles behind Mastery and for information about Teaching for Mastery Teacher Research Groups. Work with our Mastery Specialists during the academic year to start to implement Teaching for Mastery in your school.

Secondary Maths TSST with Longfield Academy

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 14:47:00 GMT

Please find attached details of Secondary Maths TSST being run by Longfield Academy.Catch-up sessions for those wishing to join in January and repeat sessions of those that have already been run will be available.Sessions include: Number, Algebra, Geometry, Data and Probability.

Doctorate in Education (STEM pathway) at Canterbury Christ Church

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:23:00 GMT

The STEM pathway is designed for professionals in education and related fields such as educational administrators, science and health communicators, policy officers and managers, who wish to build upon their professional skills and knowledge of contemporary issues.During the course you will develop your own perspectives on national and international beacon areas of research such as epistemic insight. You will also have the opportunity to attend events, such as activities for schools and conferences, which will enable you to contribute directly to the university's world leading research in STEM education.See attached flyer for full information and how to apply

GETTING TO GRIPS WITH TECHNOLOGY IN THE NEW A LEVEL

Thu, 30 Nov 2017 13:17:00 GMT

Venue: Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School, Maidstone Road, Rochester ME1 3ELDate: 4th January 2018 9.30am -4.00pmCost: FREEThis course is relevant to all teachers of the new AS and A level Mathematics qualifications, given the requirement for the use of technology to permeate the study of them. It focuses on promoting mathematical understanding through the use of technology, including graphical calculators, graph-plotting software an using the large data set. Additionally, this course will provide guidance to help you integrate the use of technology in your classroom, both teacher-led and student-led.See attached for further details.

Responsive Teaching: Effective Assessment Conference - 15th March 2018

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 12:31:00 GMT

Click here to book a place See attached flyer for the Responsive Teaching: Effective Assessment Conference with Daisy Christodoulou, Tim Oates and Stephen Anywll on Thursday 15th March 2018 at Ashford International Hotel.

Teacher Subject Specialism Training

Wed, 08 Nov 2017 09:08:00 GMT

A partnership between the East Kent Learning Alliance, the Kent and Medway Maths Hub and Plymouth University.Venue: The Canterbury High School, CT2 8QAWe are offering a choice of 2 Post-ITT Mathematics Teacher Subject Specialism Training courses to provide high-quality professional development to those: (1) teaching, or wishing to teach, GCSE mathematics at secondary and FE levels or (2) teaching, or wishing to teach, Core Mathematics at secondary and FE levelsThe aims of the course are to:● Inspire your enthusiasm for mathematics● Enhance your subject knowledge and pedagogical knowledge to give you confidence to teach mathematics or Core Mathematics● Provide you with motivating activities and tasks for teaching mathematics or Core Mathematics● Provide you with certification to verify your achievements and offer you the opportunity to study for Masters creditsTSST courses are aimed at teachers with QTS who are working in the state sector (including secondary and middle schools, FE Colleges, special schools and PRUs) and who are teaching or planning to teach mathematics at secondary/FE level. They are also suitable for those returning to teaching after a career break.The course is offered FREE through funding provided by the National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL) and is run by the East Kent Learning Alliance and the Kent and Medway Maths Hub at the Canterbury Academy, Canterbury.The course is administered by CIMT, Plymouth University, which also provides the online assessment and certification as well as the opportunity to study for Master’s credits.The course will consist of 5 compulsory full day sessions and 5 optional twilight sessions spread throughout the academic year. Schools will be eligible to claim £300 towards their costs for each of their teachers who successfully complete the programme.For an application form please visit: www.cimt.org.uk/courses/tsst/Further enquires to John Heffernan: jheffernan@canterbury.kent.sch.uk

MEI Underground Mathematics: Resources to address the requirements of the new A level

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 11:27:00 GMT

Hosted by the Kent & Medway Maths Hub on Monday 26th March 2018Free professional development for A level Mathematics teachers to explore how the Underground Mathematics online resources support the overarching themes in the new mathematics A level: proof, problem solving and modelling.Venue: Highworth Grammar School, AshfordFor full details and booking link:http://mei.org.uk/underground-mathematics bit.ly/umapplication17-18

SECONDARY MATHEMATICS TSST

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 11:16:00 GMT

New Horizons Teaching School Alliance are pleased to offer the following FREE Mathematics Teachers Subject Specialism Training in 2018Designed for teachers who are currently teaching Mathematics outside of their specialism subject, or who wish to offer teaching in Mathematics. The programme is also suitable for those returning to teaching Mathematics. The core 4 day programme alongside online modules will improve both subject knowledge and classroom practitioner skills, allowing you to confidently teach up to GCSE with an optional add on course for AS/A2 knowledge also available. Eligibility To be eligible for a place on the programme, you must meet the following criteria: v You must have QTS but do not have an initial teacher training specialism in the subject you are applying for or be an unqualified teacher in an academy school. v You are currently teaching in a maintained secondary school, maintained or non-maintained special school or academy, or you are a qualified teacher, not currently teaching, who wishes to return to teaching. v Your school is willing to support your application and provide opportunities to attend all face to face taught sessions. Format The TSST course will run with the following format: v Four face-to-face twilight sessions at the Rochester Grammar School (or partner schools as appropriate), plus an induction day. v Online modules to be completed between sessions addressing gaps in knowledge not addressed in the four face-to-face days. v Support and activities in schools. This will be bespoke for each participant but could include lesson observations, peer support, action research and joint planning. All sessions will focus on subject knowledge, pedagogy and effective learning through practical work where appropriate. There will be opportunities to practice techniques in the classroom and to network and learn from other practising teachers. The face-to-face sessions are delivered by Specialist Leaders in Education and other experienced practitioners, with significant experience in the classroom, in delivering professional development and with a range of programmes.

CORE MATHS TSST

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 11:13:00 GMT

New Horizons Teaching School Alliance are pleased to offer the following FREE Mathematics Teachers Subject Specialism Training in 2018: Core Maths Teacher Subject Specialism Training. Designed for teachers who are currently teaching the level 3 certificate in Core Maths, or who wish to offer teaching in Core Maths. The core 4 day programme alongside online modules will improve both subject knowledge and classroom practitioner skills, allowing you to confidently teach this exciting new qualification and contribute to enabling more pupils to continue studying Mathematics at Key Stage 5.

Maths SKE for Primary Teachers - Work Group now Booking

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 12:06:00 GMT

This Work Group aims to help primary teachers improve their knowledge of primary mathematics content (subject knowledge) with a particular emphasis on Fractions. Teachers will also develop their understanding of the background pedagogy so that their teaching can be more effective. Approaches explored during the Work Group will be consistent with teaching for mastery. It will contribute to a national project, with participation across the Maths Hubs Network in England, which aims to refine and perfect an SKE improvement model that maximises effective teaching. The Work Group is for teachers in primary schools across the Key Stages who want to develop their own understanding and enjoyment of mathematics, or who want to learn more about mathematics pedagogy within a teaching for mastery context.Please see attached flyer for full details

SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH STEP IN MATHEMATICS

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 11:06:00 GMT

Fortnightly workshops focussing on problem-solving skills and strategies for preparing for the STEP and AEA examinations. Suitable for anyone wanting to do higher level problem-solving in Years 12 and 13.Saturdays from 9.30-1.00pm starting 18th November 2017. Places are free, but limited.Please see attached flyer for full details and booking.

Maths Subject Knowledge Enhancement for Teaching Assistants - Work Group Booking Now!

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 11:14:00 GMT

Please find attached details for Maths Subject Knowledge Enhancement for Teaching Assistants which is now open for bookings. This Work Group is for all Teaching Assistants in the Primary phase and is designed to enhance and deepen maths subject knowledge and pedagogy. Increased confidence in their own subject knowledge, and enhanced awareness of how children gain number sense and learn mathematics will allow Teaching Assistants to better support children in the classroom and during small group or individual intervention. For booking, please use the booking link on the attached flyer.

Mathematical Thinking and the New GCSE - FREE Work Group Booking Now!

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 10:38:00 GMT

Please find attached details of Mathematical Thinking and the New GCSE which is now taking bookings. This Work Group offers teachers and their departments nationally coordinated support to address the reasoning and problem-solving challenges of the mathematics curriculum and its assessment in the new GCSE. To maximise the impact of the professional development within departments, we are ideally looking for schools to sign up in pairs (at least one of whom is experienced and has some leadership responsibility). To book, please email me: srose@sjwms.co.uk

NCETM PD LEAD DEVELOPMENT AND ACCREDITATION PROGRAMME

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 08:33:00 GMT

NCETM PD Lead Development and Accreditation Programme Expression of Interest Are you an experienced practitioner starting to lead CPD in your own school or beyond in the Primary, Secondary or Level 3 setting? For those involved in maths education leadership and/or professional development, the Maths Hub network will be running the NCETM PD Lead Development and Accreditation Programmes offering development and support to those interested in leading the professional development of teachers locally. Following completion and accreditation there will be an expectation that practitioners will work with the Kent & Medway Hub in future years. To submit your interest in the programme please click here. For enquiries, please contact Sarah Rose, Hub Administrator (srose@sjwms.co.uk)

Teaching for Mastery Primary - What Makes an Excellent Lesson Design? Cohort 2 in Canterbury Booking Now

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 10:36:00 GMT

Please see attached details for Cohort 2 of What Makes an Excellent Lesson Design, now booking in Canterbury.

WHAT MAKES AN EXCELLENT LESSON DESIGN? - NOW BOOKING!

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 13:54:00 GMT

Refining teachers’ understanding of lesson design is a crucial element of developing teaching for mastery. Teachers in this Work Group will work together to plan exemplar lessons (drawing on new Mastery Professional Development materials produced by NCETM/Maths Hubs) and in so doing will improve lesson design across their school. We expect that, by the end of the Work Group:· Teachers will have a deep understanding of the elements of effective lesson design· Participant schools will create their own ‘planning for mastery document’ which articulates the expected journey for maths planning in their school.· Children from participant schools will feel more engaged with the subject and therefore make better progress A selection of lesson plans, approved by the NCETM, will be published alongside the Mastery Professional Development Materials to demonstrate how the materials can be used to develop effective lesson plans.FOR FULL DETAILS, DATES AND BOOKING LINK PLEASE SEE ATTACHED

SAVE THE DATE - SHANGHAI LIVE JANUARY 2018

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 13:49:00 GMT

In January 2018 the Kent & Medway Maths Hub will be hosting two teachers from Shanghai, during which you will have a unique opportunity to observe a lesson taught by the Shanghai teachers. Places may be limited to two teachers per school if the event is oversubscribed. A booking link will be advertised in due course. TUESDAY 23RD JANUARY 2018, 9.00-11.45AM, SANDGATE PRIMARY SCHOOL, FOLKESTONE Y4 FRACTIONS WEDNESDAY 24TH JANUARY 2018 9.00-11.45AM, SIR JOSEPH WILLIAMSON’S MATHEMATICAL SCHOOL, ROCHESTER Y4 FRACTIONS THURSDAY 25TH JANUARY 2018, 9.00-11.45AM, SANDGATE PRIMARY SCHOOL, FOLKESTONE Y2 MULTIPLICATION

Maths Teacher Meet - Eat Cake and Talk Pi

Wed, 10 May 2017 09:14:00 GMT

Wednesday 14th June 4-6pm, Spires Academy, CanterburyThursday 15th June 4-6pm, Dartford Technology College, DartfordWednesday 21st June 4-6pm, Highworth Grammar School, AshfordThursday 22nd June 4-6pm, The Holmesdale School, MaidstoneMaths Teacher Meet—Eat Cake and Talk Pi Want to meet and network with secondary maths teachers and share your ideas ? Come along to our maths teach meet to either share, present or steal some ideas and fantastic resources from likeminded people. If you are interested in contributing please include details when you email to book.See attached flyer