HALF DAY COURSE

Hands On, Minds On in Year 0–1: Growing Mathematicians with Numicon Join us at St Joseph's Catholic School in Morrinsville, for a dynamic morning PLD (9–12:30), designed especially for Year 0–1 teachers! Discover how to bring maths to life using Numicon Firm Foundations—a hands-on, visual approach that builds deep number understanding and gets tamariki active, talking and thinking mathematically. You’ll get practical experience with Numicon equipment through rich, purposeful learning that makes number sense click. We’ll explore the key ingredients of explicit teaching and share a clear, adaptable lesson structure tailored to the early years. Formative assessment will be brought to life—showing you how to confidently adapt your teaching to meet every learner’s needs. You’ll leave with ideas for creating a ‘maths-rich’ classroom, learn how to use the interactive whiteboard tool effectively, and gain practical tips for running impactful parent sessions.

Hands On, Minds On in Year 2-3: Developing Mathematicians with Numicon Join us at St Joseph's Catholic School in Morrinsville, for a dynamic afternoon PLD (1–4:30pm) designed especially for Year 2–3 teachers! Discover how to bring maths to life using Numicon 1 and 2—a hands-on, visual approach that builds deep number understanding and gets tamariki engaged, talking and thinking mathematically. You’ll engage in rich, practical learning experiences using Numicon equipment that make abstract concepts accessible and fun. We’ll unpack the key ingredients of explicit teaching and share planning tips—including our editable planning format linked to the NZC and a clear, effective lesson structure designed for Years 2 and 3. You’ll explore how to use formative and milestone assessments to genuinely inform your teaching, along with strategies for effectively tracking progress over time. We’ll also delve into ways to create a ‘maths-rich’ classroom environment, make the most of the interactive whiteboard tool, and run successful parent sessions. Short, practical, and inspiring—perfect for an afternoon non-contact and packed with ideas you can use straight away!

Growing Mathematicians with Numicon Join us online for a dynamic PLD morning designed for Year 0–1 teachers! Discover how Numicon Firm Foundations brings maths to life through hands-on activities, adaptable lesson structures, and practical assessment strategies. Leave with fresh ideas for a maths-rich classroom and confident use of the interactive whiteboard. Have your Numicon Online NZ login (oxfordowl.co.uk) or Firm Foundations folder, plus shapes and rods ready. Book online today!