Special Schools

Who can take part?

This optional community is open to teachers in special schools that are currently engaged in a Maths Hubs programme, such as Primary/Secondary Teaching for Mastery or Securing Foundations at Year 7.

What is involved?

Teachers come together at two online twilight events to share approaches and learn from colleagues working in similar settings. Participants also gain access to an online collaboration space to share regional and national expertise.

What will you learn?

• You will connect with teachers working in special schools across the region
• You and colleagues will share strategies for adapting maths teaching to meet a wide range of needs
• You will gain insights from experienced practitioners and specialists
• You will explore ways to develop maths teaching that supports deep understanding for all pupils
• You will build confidence and expertise in leading change within a special school context

To discuss in more detail please email Lorna Goulding – lgoulding@ourladyofpity.co.uk

Who can take part?

Limited places for primary schools that have not previously engaged in teaching for mastery.

2 participants – Maths lead and one other teacher (plus active headteacher involvement)

What is involved?

2 year programme consisting of 6 Work Group sessions and 3 school visits each year.

What will you learn?

• You will begin to develop a shared, whole-school vision for maths teaching
• You and your school will take practical steps towards implementing teaching for mastery approaches
• You will support staff to promote positive mathematical mindsets and pupil outcomes
• You and your school will work closely with a Mastery Specialist and other local schools to drive improvement
• You and your school will develop confidence in using high-quality resources and planning tools

How to Apply

Recruitment has now closed for 2025/26

You can express your interest for 2026/27 here – Expressions of Interest for 2026/27 – Google Forms

Who can take part?

These collaborative groups are open to any school who has previously engaged with the core Maths Hub Mastery Development programme.

What is involved?

12 local schools working together supported by a Local Leader of Maths Education (LLME).

Being part of a Primary Maths Collaborative will involve:

• Primary subject leader network group (5 meetings per year)
• Headteacher collaborative meetings (2 meetings per year)
• Optional lesson observation sessions for any teacher from the school 
• Optional additional sessions on topics such as SEND, Oracy and Mastering Number
• Possible bespoke support days from a specialist (optional and dependent on a school’s need)

How to Apply

Recruitment has now closed for 2025/26

You can express your interest for 2026/27 here – Expressions of Interest for 2026/27 – Google Forms

Who can take part?

Secondary heads of department/subject leaders in schools already involved with Maths Hubs and to those who are not yet involved.

What is involved?

Workshop: 4 half day sessions

Full day secondary conference

What will you learn?

• You will promote and develop a shared vision, culture and set of principles for teaching and learning in maths
• You will ensure coherence in the curriculum and provide support for teaching for mastery across the department
• You and your department will establish collaborative ways of working to support ongoing developments
• You will develop in your ability to lead change

How to Apply

Please complete the Google form – NCP26-15 Secondary Maths Subject Leaders Community – Google Forms