Are you looking to help your students make meaningful connections in maths for deeper understanding?

This pathway is designed to enhance your lesson planning by introducing ‘intelligent practice’ and providing practical, EEF-recommended teaching approaches you can immediately apply in the classroom. These strategies will help you guide students towards more efficient mathematical thinking and improve overall outcomes.

Led by a Primary Mastery Specialist, you’ll collaborate on classroom-based activities to refine your practice. Grounded in evidence and aligned with EEF recommendations, this professional development model supports lasting improvements in teaching and learning.

Who will be leading the group?

Michael Hares

Michael is an experienced Primary Maths Teaching for Mastery Specialist, Assistant Head Teacher and maths subject lead within his trust. He has a Maths Specialist Teacher (MaST) diploma and NCETM Professional Development Lead accreditation. Michael has experience teaching across the primary age range.

Who is it for?

For Maths Subject Leaders and Teachers

What will it involve?

All pathways follow the same format of 3 half-day workshops, with school-based tasks.

To allow for the greatest impact from engagement with the pathways, leaders are encouraged to discuss school-based tasks with their staff following workshops and schedule time for their completion.

What is the cost?

DfE funded so free to all participating schools.