Primary
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 Hubs 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.
Applications for our 2026/2027 Work Groups are now open.
Please click below to find out more information and apply.
Teaching for Mastery Introductory Work Groups
Teaching for Mastery Work GroupsMastering Number at KS2 Work Groups
Specialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics (SKTM) - Primary Teachers
Specialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics (SKTM) - Primary Teaching Assistants
Specialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics (SKTM) - Primary Early Career Teachers
