Starting this autumn term 2026, the Bristol and Beyond Stronger Practice Hub Early Maths Learning Leads are running the Early Maths Professional Development Programme (PDP).
We are recruiting 15 Early Years settings per cohort to take part in this fully funded programme. Within these attendance numbers, and depending on demand, we may be able to consider up to two attendees per setting.
The Early Maths PDP is designed for PVIs, childminders and schools with nursery classes who have 2 to 4 year olds attending their setting. The course content is aimed at Early Years practitioners who are qualified at Level 3 and above.
The Early Maths PDP, developed by the DfE, is completed over one academic term. It includes six online modules and three seminars, one of which is held face to face. During the seminars participants check their understanding, reflect together on their own practice, and leave with practical ideas and activities to put into place in their own settings. The course is led by our Early Maths Learning Lead.
Module Overview:
- Unit 1: Counting
- Unit 2: Cardinality
- Unit 3: Measurement
- Unit 4: Pattern
- Unit 5: Shape
- Unit 6: Space
Our Early Maths PDP will run one cohort per term. The cohorts will be open to attendees from across our regions OR will be specified by Local Authority. The autumn cohort is below. Spring and Summer cohorts will be announced later in the year.
Complete Bristol Autumn Cohort Expression of Interest