Numeracy

In EYFS children need lots of opportunities to explore and play with numbers in order to develop number sense - here one early years lead shares the activities she uses

Season 15 of Tes Podagogy has finished and we’re taking a break over the summer. But here’s a round-up of new episodes from the past six months

Changes in government policy around primary maths have left students in key stages 3 and 4 with poor number recall, warns Mark Pepper

With 200,000 education apps available, it’s hard to know which ones will actually add value, says researcher Laura Outhwaite, as she shares the five questions every teacher should ask

Physical tools commonly used to teach maths concepts are increasingly being replaced by virtual equivalents. But should they be? Chris Parr looks at the research

As the first times tables check approaches, a charity maths event will see primary pupils come together to attempt to break a world record on National Numeracy Day

Many teachers use maths games to engage primary children in the subject, but how many turn to the ancient game of chess? Here, one teacher explains why she uses it time and again

All too often, pupils skim-read a mathematical word problem and come to the wrong conclusion: here, experts explain why removing the numbers could boost their understanding

When looking to increase engagement in secondary maths, and reach the ambitious targets set for GCSEs in the Schools White Paper, where should teachers turn? Here, those from alternative provisions share their advice on how to reach those who are struggling

The Schools White Paper reads like a less effective school improvement plan, says Megan Dixon: lots of actions, but no clear evaluation strategy

What does today’s Schools White Paper mean for teaching and learning and pastoral care? Here’s what you need to know

It’s likely that a child in your class has dyscalculia – but how much do you know about the condition? Here, expert Rob Jennings explains all