Levelling the Playing Field: Empowering disadvantaged learners in secondary maths
Suitable for: Heads of Department, Subject Leaders, Teachers, ECTs, LTA
| Course code | Keystages | Presented by |
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| NUM236 | KS3; KS4; Post16 |
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Course Aims:
- To deepen understanding of the complex barriers experienced by disadvantaged pupils and how these affect mathematical learning, confidence and progress
- To explore practical, evidence informed strategies for increasing motivation, resilience and engagement in the maths classroom
- To equip teachers with high impact, culturally responsive and inclusive teaching approaches that meet the diverse needs of disadvantaged learners
- To develop effective classroom adaptations—such as bar modelling, Focus Five and structured routines—that strengthen conceptual understanding and close gaps
- To provide time for professional dialogue, reflection and sharing of approaches that improve outcomes for disadvantaged pupils in maths
Recent feedback:
“All of it – amazing! Love the oracy, maths anxiety and Focus Five strategy.”
“The resources and articles were brilliant. I’m going to lead a CPD session and share the strategies.”