Courses
Using Manipulatives Effectively in KS2
- Manipulatives provide powerful opportunities to deepen understanding and make maths accessible to all learners. This practical course explores how to use a range of manipulatives purposefully to support conceptual understanding without creating dependency
- Develop confidence in selecting appropriate manipulatives.
- Understand how manipulatives support conceptual understanding.
- Explore progression from concrete experiences to abstract thinking.
- Identify common misconceptions when using manipulatives.
- Plan lessons where manipulatives promote independence and equitable access to learning.
Lisa Leach (Independent Maths Consultant)
I have been in education for over 25 years, as a class teacher, maths lead, and senior leader roles across the primary age range. During this time, I have also held the position of Maths Consultant for Rochdale LA, been the Project Lead for an Education Endowment Foundation project across 11 schools, led a Maths Strategic School Improvement project across 2 local authorities and been a lead trainer, and now a National Development Lead for Every Child Counts (Edge Hill University). I work closely with Turing NW Maths Hub as their Local Leader for Maths Education and have completed their Professional Development and School Leader accreditations. I am also involved in the NPQML. I work with Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and pupils - striving to make a difference for all children, sharing my enthusiasm and passion for maths.
Hafley Court, OL12 9DJ
Buckley Road
Rochdale OL12 9DJ
United Kingdom