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Improving the Teaching of Mathematics: Lower Key Stage 2

Audience: Primary
Single session
  • Primary School Improvement Training Package
  • Key Stage 2

About this course

This online professional development course is designed for educators working in Years 3 and 4 who are committed to accelerating pupil progress through evidence-informed teaching. The programme focuses on adaptive practice, conceptual understanding, addressing misconceptions, and using schemes effectively to close gaps and raise attainment.

  • Practical examples  from Years 3 and 4 classrooms.
  • Guidance on  adaptive teaching.
  • Opportunities for collaborative discussion with practical tips to take back to your classroom.

This course is ideal for Year 3 and 4 teachers, phase leaders, and assistant headteachers with responsibility for teaching and learning within the phase. Also suitable for those supporting curriculum development or mentoring colleagues.

What you'll take away

  • Adaptive Practice: Learn how to use formative assessment to guide instruction and tailor teaching to pupils’ starting points. Explore strategies such as pre-teaching and ‘keep up’ interventions to ensure all learners progress at pace.
  • Conceptual Understanding: Strengthen pupils’ grasp of key concepts by designing learning that builds on prior knowledge and promotes deep understanding. Use NCETM resources and Ready-to-Progress materials to support curriculum coherence.
  • Addressing Misconceptions: Identify and respond to common misconceptions through targeted questioning, feedback, and diagnostic assessment. Learn how to embed retention checks at strategic intervals to ensure long-term learning.
  • Using a Scheme Effectively: Understand how to implement schemes with professional judgement—adapting them to meet the needs of pupils working below age-related expectations while maintaining curriculum integrity.

Prices

Dates

  • Session - 23/11/2026 13:00  -  16:30

Event type

Online

Address

Online

Delivered by

  • Jason Horne