APPLY FOR 2026/2027

This programme is provided for non-specialist teachers of maths in state-funded schools who fit the following definition: ‘A non-specialist teacher of mathematics is ‘a teacher that is currently teaching some mathematics or has commitment from a headteacher/executive head to teach some mathematics within the next year, who has not undertaken initial teacher training (ITT) in mathematics’. If there is sufficient space in the cohort, other teachers of maths who do not fit this definition but would benefit from this support may also participate.

What is involved?

The programme is aligned to the NCETM teaching for mastery pedagogy and is based on six key themes:

• Structure of the number system
• Operating on number
• Multiplicative reasoning
• Sequences and graphs
• Statistics and probability
• Geometry.

This programme has 18 core sessions (an introductory session then 17 sessions exploring each of the NCETM KS3 core concepts), and is designed to be the equivalent of six days.

What will I learn?

• You will explore and increase your use of a range of pedagogic approaches aligned to the principles of teaching for mastery
• You will develop your subject knowledge and confidence to teach secondary maths
• Your students will think, reason and discuss their maths in order to deepen their understanding

Next Steps

Applications for 2026/2027 are now open, use the link below to apply now.

Please note that completing an application form does not guarantee a space on the Work Group.