Numeracy

A pilot programme is testing how the Dutch counting frames can be used to improve outcomes through a hands-on approach

Primary teachers must provide more opportunities for problem-solving to pupils slower to grasp maths, says Jon Parsons

In the age-old debate, Peter Mattock argues it makes sense for teachers to come down on the side of teaching ‘why’ first

Once teachers have dispelled the myth that some people just ‘can’t do’ maths, there are five things they should do, says Bobby Seagull

As research shows a ‘tipping point’ for maths happens in Year 3 and 4, one expert shares what teachers can do to balance the scales

Research reveals the types of teacher most likely to use the online national academy and what keeps pupils engaged

DfE wants schools to launch tutoring ‘as soon as possible’ – but training for non-teachers not available until November

Strong subject knowledge is a key part of great teaching, and summer is an ideal time for teachers to reconnect with their specialisms. So, what can subject leads do to help their departments brush up on their skills and prepare for the challenges of ‘catch-up’? Tes spoke to subject associations and experts to find out

If you suddenly find you’ve been timetabled to teach subjects that you know little about, don’t panic – Cathy Brownjohn, a veteran of being thrown into other people’s specialisms, has some advice to make the experience less daunting – and even enjoyable

After all the disruption of Covid in 2020-21, the Tes team has been looking at what subject leads are doing to help colleagues brush up on their skills and prepare for the challenges of getting back on track in this school year. They spoke to subject associations and subject experts from around the UK to find out

We don’t often associate the word ‘creative’ with the teaching of numeracy, yet Rhian Jones has found that encouraging her students to appreciate this overlooked aspect of the subject has improved engagement, enhanced learning and reduced the cognitive skills gap between girls and boys

Covid lockdowns had a damaging impact at this school – and outdoor learning has been a big part of the solution