Specialist Knowledge for the Teaching of Mathematics  Programme - Early Years Teachers 

Project Code: NCP25-25

Develop mathematical subject knowledge and pedagogy

Who can take part?

This programme will be particularly relevant for individual teachers that have not received maths-specific training. Maths leads in primary schools who want to deepen their knowledge of Early Years maths practice would benefit from participating in this programme. A maths lead may find that participating alongside an Early Years teacher from their school will support their understanding of progression from Foundation Stage to KS1.

What is involved?

The programme is designed to improve the subject knowledge and pedagogical knowledge for all practitioners teaching and supporting the learning of early maths.

What will you learn?

  • Your pupils will demonstrate a positive attitude towards maths, being willing to have a go, persevere, and share their mathematical ideas

  • You will explore and increase your use of a range of pedagogic approaches that will support pupils in engaging with and developing their maths

  • You will understand how maths opportunities can be developed across all areas and in everyday routines

What is the cost?

The SKTM Early Years Programme is fully funded by the Maths Hubs Programme so is free to participating schools.

Sessions:

All sessions will take place from 9:00am - 12:00pm on the following dates (venue TBC):

  • Session 1: Monday 24th November 2025

  • Session 2: Tuesday 27th January 2026

  • Session 3: Wednesday 25th February 2026

  • Session 4: Tuesday 24th March 2026

  • Session 5: Wednesday 29th April 2026

  • Session 6: Monday 8th June 2026