The current National Curriculum, introduced in 2013, divides mathematical learning clearly into ‘year group objectives’. This has led teachers to ask how to manage year group objectives for two or more year groups within one class of children.

Many Maths Hubs have responded by running ‘innovation’ Work Groups, to support these teachers, using various different models. In 2019/20, for the first time, a national project in mixed-age teaching brings together the experience from all these Maths Hubs. In this interview, we talk to two teachers with years of experience teaching mixed-age classes, who are running Work Groups in their local hubs. We find out what ideas they have for managing maths in mixed-age classes, and ask how they plan to support the teachers they are working with. 

Taking part in the discussion are:

• Emma Parr, Maths Lead from Cholsey Primary School, South Oxfordshire. Mastery Specialist and Work Group Lead for BBO Maths Hub. 

• 01:09 – Introductions