Maths Hub
Trust Subject Lead: Sally Sumnall
With over a decade of experience as a Maths Lead, Sally has led the implementation of the mastery approach across Boughton Heath Academy, resulting in significant improvements in teaching, learning, and pupil progress. Her dedication to mastery led her to achieve Primary Mastery Specialist status in 2021, followed by obtaining a NCETM Accredited Professional Development Lead qualification. As a Maths Mastery Specialist, she has had the privilege of supporting many schools in implementing Maths Mastery, a rewarding experience that has empowered her to train maths leads and teachers in the mastery approach. This role involves leading Teacher Research Groups (TRGs), conducting school visits, and providing tailored support to schools on their journey with Maths Mastery. She has led initiatives to reduce variation in pupil progress and attainment, ensuring all pupils are challenged and all areas of maths are effectively taught. She is passionate about instilling resilience and a growth mindset in pupils, believing that every child should find enjoyment and success in maths. Collaboration and partnership are at the heart of her approach, and she takes pride in offering support that empowers schools to drive their own improvement.
Trust Subject Lead: Sam Glendenning
Sam has been a valued member of Cheshire Academies Trust since 2018, where he currently holds the position of the Maths lead at Mill View Primary School. With a profound passion for Maths education, Sam is committed to inspiring the teaching and learning experience for all, including implementing and embedding the mastery approach across whole school. His expertise extends to working with the Cheshire and Wirral Maths Hub, modelling lessons to others and constantly staying up to date with the latest research across educational settings. With a wealth of experience, a passion for the mastery teaching, and currently completing his NPQLTD, Sam offers invaluable support while driving the improvement of academic standards and fostering positive change for all pupils to achieve in Mathematics.
Purpose
Within the CAT Maths Community, our core mission is to cultivate a passion for and proficiency in mathematics among all students. We prioritise the development of mathematical learning behaviours that encourage focus, reasoning, and connections, while our teachers engage in ongoing collaboration to refine their instructional practices.
Our curriculum design is centered on a coherent and comprehensive sequence of essential content, facilitating students' sustained growth over time. Lesson planning is meticulously crafted to build on previous learning, utilising carefully chosen examples and representations to deepen understanding and encourage the synthesis of mathematical concepts.
In our classrooms, interactive teaching methods ensure that every student is actively engaged in mastering mathematical concepts. Teachers facilitate dynamic interactions to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while precise mathematical language supports effective communication of reasoning.
Additionally, we are committed to curating comprehensive knowledge bases and resources, providing teachers and subject leaders with the tools needed to deliver high-quality mathematics education. Furthermore, as part of our community, we offer school improvement support, facilitated by School Improvement Directors Kate Doyle, Andrea Curran, and CLTA, ensuring that every school can excel in mathematics education. Through our dedication to these principles, we align with the Five Big Ideas in Teaching for Mastery, driving sustainable progress and enriching the mathematical experiences of all students within our community.
Hub Members
| Bexton Primary School | Caroline Butler |
| Boughton Heath Academy | Sally Sumnall |
| Gayton Primary School | Victoria Sotherne |
| Hebden Green School | Annabel Kennedy/Laurence Cooper |
| Kelsall Primary School | Duncan Sharp |
| Manor Park Primary School | Lynette Thorley-Hackett |
| Mill View Primary School | Sarah Wallace/Laura Robinson/Sam Glendenning |
| Over Hall Primary School | Jessica Schuettke, |
| Rock Ferry Primary School | Laura Bird/Laurence Thomas/Andy Smith |
| Woodchurch Road Academy | Michelle Neal |
| Woodfall Primary School | Kimberley Muir/Hayley Harvey |
Meetings/Agendas
Our first training Webinar will be Thursday 21st March 2024 @ 4pm - based around use of manipulatives.
Agendas for upcoming meetings:
Fluency from Reception to Y6
Use of language and STEM sentences in Maths lessons
Developing TA subject knowledge
Use of manipulatives in UKS2
Formative and summative maths assessment
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