'Big Maths'

'Big Maths' is a totally new approach to the teaching of mathematics in primary schools. It follows the same broad ideas that have made 'Big Writing' so effective in raising standards in writing and enjoyable to teach for so many teachers. 'Big Maths' begins with a model of numeracy development that provides a fresh way of looking at primary mathematics. It's a simple but effective model that will help us look at many other maths concepts with greater insight.

'Big Maths' is based upon the principle that there are 4 core skills that lie at the heart of numeracy. These core skills form the platform for virtually all other maths skills and are affectionately known as CLIC, Counting, Learn its, It's nothing new! and Calculations . Because it is so important for all children to make progress in all 4 core skills, 'Big Maths' involves teaching through the CLIC phases every day in a fun, engaging and lively manner.

Intended Audience

  • Mathematics Teachers
  • Mathematics Subject Leaders
  • Numeracy Co-ordinatiors
  • LEA Representatives
  • Head Teachers
  • Managers

Objectives

  • To describe the principles of Big Maths in sufficient detail for delegates to begin implementation on their return to school
  • To identify the benefits of the Big Maths strategies and provide evidence of their effectiveness in raising standards in primary mathematics
  • To introduce CLIC and demonstrate its effectiveness as a teaching approach for primary mathematics
  • To share resources and techniques that will increase levels of enjoyment and engagement in school
  • To provide practical ideas for strengthening mathematical thinking by increasing opportunities for discussion and dialogue

Conference Dates

DateVenueTrainerCostVATTotal 
29/09/2011BirminghamBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
13/10/2011ManchesterBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
20/10/2011NewcastleBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
17/11/2011LondonBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
24/11/2011LeedsBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
12/01/2012BirminghamBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
26/01/2012ManchesterBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
07/02/2012LiverpoolBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
23/02/2012LeedsBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
24/02/2012NewcastleBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
29/03/2012LondonBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
17/05/2012AberdeenBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
18/05/2012GlasgowBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
24/05/2012LeedsBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
25/05/2012NewcastleBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
07/06/2012InvernessBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
08/06/2012EdinburghBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
14/06/2012ManchesterBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
21/06/2012BirminghamBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book
28/06/2012LondonBen Harding£230.00£46.00£276.00Book