Outstanding Bottom Set Maths
Engaging low attainers, the disaffected and those who are stuck in maths
Outstanding maths lessons for all pupils
Disengaged
Disruptive
SEND
Low ability
Take back control – stop bad behaviour
Practical approaches to make your bottom set maths classroom Ofsted Grade 1
Helen Blanchard
Helen has nearly 30 years’ experience of teaching maths. Her engaging and practical courses equip teachers with the tools to deliver outstanding maths lessons. She draws upon her wealth of experience as subject leader, assistant head teacher, AST, National Strategies adviser and Ofsted inspector to provide tips and techniques that are manageable and proven to work.
Deliver high-quality learning in bottom set maths lessons
Unpick Ofsted outstanding – what to expect under the new Common Inspection Framework
Latest demands for behaviour and inclusion – New Teachers’ Standard 2012
Outstanding teaching strategies to inspire and enthuse
Make maths real and relevant for all
A step-by-step guide to transforming your maths classroom
Grabbing and keeping your pupils’ attention
Basic numeracy skills for all
Develop personalised learning paths to heighten engagement
Effective use of Assessment for Learning (AfL) with low attainers
Identify and cater for SEND pupils
Improve attainment and attitude to learning – from the bright-but-disengaged to low ability
Unlock pupil potential, block bad behaviour
- Engaging classroom activities
- Strategies for building pupils’ confidence in their maths ability
- Fresh approaches to often-revisited topics
- Resources that work – improving the climate for learning
- Planning techniques to maximise progression
- Up-to-date classroom management tools – minimise disruption
Make teaching and learning enjoyable in the bottom set
INSET
Outstanding Bottom Set Maths, along with all our courses, can be arranged for in-school training (INSET).
For each course we recommend trainer(s), but when arranging your INSET day, you can choose. For more information, contact our INSET department.
Helen Blanchard
Helen has nearly 30 years’ experience of teaching maths. Her engaging and practical courses equip teachers with the tools to deliver outstanding maths lessons. She draws upon her wealth of experience as subject leader, assistant head teacher, AST, National Strategies adviser and Ofsted inspector to provide tips and techniques that are manageable and proven to work.