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Children’s chances of success are maximised if they develop deep and lasting understanding of mathematical procedures and concepts.
Teaching for Mastery is a Department for Education initiative launched in 2016 to transform the teaching and learning of mathematics across England. The long-term aim is for all schools to adopt the Teaching for Mastery approach, with regional Maths Hubs—like the Central Maths Hub—leading this work. There are two main pathways into the programme: one supports whole-school development, enabling school leaders and teachers to introduce, implement, and embed mastery teaching across their school. The other pathway is for individual teachers who wish to train as Mastery Specialists, with a focus on developing strong mastery practice within their own classroom and school, and the future potential—if desired—to become a Local Leader of Maths Education, supporting other schools.
Work Groups are the way in which the Maths Hub deliver collaborative Professional Development progammes. They usually involve a group of schools working together during the programme. They involve active participation, discussion and, the main part of the Work Group, is what goes on in between the sessions as participants try strategies for themselves in their own settings.
Bookings for our Work Groups are now closed, however you can explore each of them below and express your interest in taking part in our 2026/2027 programme.
Teaching for Mastery Introductory Work Groups
Teaching for Mastery Work Groups
Specialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics (SKTM) Work Groups
