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Mastering Number EYFS/KS1
This project aims to secure firm foundations in the development of good number sense for all children from Reception through to Year 1 and Year 2. The aim over time is that children will leave KS1 with fluency in calculation and a confidence and flexibility with number. Attention will be given to key knowledge and understanding needed in Reception classes, and progression through KS1 to support success in the future.
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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. In small schools, there may be just one or two participating class teachers.
This programme and its Work Groups are open to all schools that have not yet engaged with the Mastering Number Programme.
What is involved?
This programme focuses on the key knowledge and understanding needed in Reception, and progression through KS1. 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.
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Funding
The Mastering Number Programme is fully funded by the Maths Hubs Programme so is free to participating schools.
In this video, Debbie Morgan, the NCETM’s Director for Primary, explains the rationale for the programme and how the abacus-like rekenrek can be used to help children develop confidence and fluency with number. Use of a rekenrek is one element of the Mastering Number Programme.