We are developing an innovative mathematics programme based on national and international best practice. 

Key features of Mathematics Mastery:

• Research-based curriculum and pedagogy
• More time on fewer topics
• Always using objects and pictures before numbers and letters
• Calculating with confidence – and understanding why it works

Our experience so far, endorsed by Ofsted, indicates that this is a highly effective approach to the teaching and learning of mathematics for all and could have particular benefits for pupils who tend to fall behind in the current system.

The Mathematics Mastery programme is being supported by the Education Endowment Foundation and will offer a two year programme of training and ongoing professional development, including support and coaching. We are currently looking for a small number of Pioneer Schools to co-develop and pilot this approach.   There are a limited number of fully funded places this year.

The Primary Pioneer programme will be launched in September 2012.

The Secondary Pioneer programme will be launched in September 2013.

We are holding information events about Primary Mathematics Mastery in late February:

• Mathematics Mastery Information Evening, Wednesday 29 February 2012, 6-8pm (ARK Schools offices, 65 Kingsway, London, WC2B 6TD)
• Mathematics Mastery in practice visits, Ark Academy Primary School, Wembley, London, HA9 9JR (late February, dates to be confirmed)

To register for the above events, please email mathematics.mastery@arkonline.org with your name, phone number and school name.

Further information about Mathematics Mastery is available here.