Maths Champions is an online professional development programme with 12 months access developed by National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA). The programme consists of nine steps which can be completed flexibly around your schedule.
The aim of the programme is to increase practitioner knowledge, awareness and confidence in supporting early mathematics in order to improve outcomes for children. Participating nurseries will nominate a Maths Champion and Deputy Maths Champion who will lead the programme supporting and driving improvement.
What’s included?
- Three bespoke training courses to develop and consolidate the Champions’ knowledge enabling them to lead, inspire and motivate other staff
- An observational assessment tool which can be used to track the impact on a sample of children throughout the programme
- Self-assessment audits of the learning environment and staff confidence to help you consider where you feel you are currently and what you could do to improve
- A range of core play-based activities to support different ages and stages of development and an extensive resources section with up to 700 resources for you to access. All designed to be embedded in regular practice to help staff develop confidence and support children’s maths learning through play and interactions
- Webinars covering a range of topics related to early years mathematics
- Network with other Champions via private social media groups
- Tailored one-to-one support sessions throughout the programme.
100% of settings said that their knowledge of supporting children’s mathematical development improved during the course of the programme.
100% of settings said that the programme had a beneficial impact on the staff in their setting
95% of settings said the programme was good value for money
95% of settings would recommend the programme to others
Average rating of 4.5 stars out of 5