Programme Overview
Our Core Maths programme supports schools and colleges at every stage of developing and delivering Core Maths. It is designed to help leaders and teachers introduce Core Maths successfully, strengthen teaching practice, and build sustainable provision over time.
Through professional development, guidance and practical resources, you will receive structured support to plan your approach, prepare for delivery and respond to the needs of your students. You will build confidence in promoting, teaching and sustaining Core Maths in your setting.
What you will gain
- Confidence in introducing and developing Core Maths provision
- Support to strengthen teaching practice
- Guidance to promote Core Maths and grow participation
- Access to collaboration with peers and expert support
The Core Maths programme is free for teachers in state-funded schools and colleges in England. See individual course pages for eligibility criteria.
Benefits of the Programme
Build confidence to introduce Core Maths
Leaders and teachers can access practical guidance on planning, staffing, timetabling and qualification choices so they can introduce Core Maths with greater clarity and confidence.
Develop high-quality teaching
Structured professional development helps teachers build subject knowledge, pedagogy and confidence in teaching Core Maths through real contexts and problem solving.
Strengthen and sustain provision
Ongoing networks, conferences, exam support and recruitment materials help schools and colleges grow student numbers and keep Core Maths as a strong part of their post-16 offer.
Explore Our Teacher Programme Offer
Getting Started with Core Maths webinar
Start here – for schools and colleges considering whether to introduce Core Maths and wanting clear guidance on qualifications, logistics and how to promote the course effectively.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Autumn term
Format: Online
Cost: Free
Preparing to Teach Core Maths
Prepare for first delivery – for teachers who will soon be teaching Core Maths and need practical support with planning, pedagogy and approaches to effective classroom delivery.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Summer term
Format: Online
Cost: Free
Subject Knowledge Live | Core Maths Common Topics
Strengthen subject knowledge – for teachers who want to strengthen their Level 3 subject knowledge and build confidence in teaching key topics across Core Maths specifications.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Autumn term
Format: Online
Cost: Free for state-funded teachers; £215 otherwise
New to teaching Core Maths Programme
Build confidence as a new teacher – for teachers in the early stages of teaching Core Maths who want sustained support to develop subject knowledge, pedagogy and classroom confidence.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Autumn Term
Format: Various
Cost: Free for state-funded teachers
Growing Your Core Maths Numbers
Grow participation – for schools and colleges looking to promote Core Maths more effectively, increase student uptake and build a sustainable post-16 offer.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Spring term
Format: Online
Cost: Free
Core Maths Conference
Develop practice – for teachers who want fresh ideas, expert insight and practical approaches to strengthen planning, teaching and learning in Core Maths.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Autumn term
Format: In-person
Cost: Free
Core Maths Specification Networks
Stay connected – for teachers who want to share experiences, discuss approaches and refine practice with others teaching the same specification.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Autumn Term
Format: Online
Cost: Free
Core Maths Pre-Release Discussion Meetings
Support exam preparation – for teachers who want to make effective use of pre-release materials and prepare students for assessment with greater confidence.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Spring Term
Format: Online
Cost: Free
Developing Core Maths Pedagogy
Develop pedagogy – for teachers with some experience of teaching Core Maths who want to refine pedagogy, trial approaches and strengthen students’ problem-solving skills.
Audience: Teachers
Next Cohort: Autumn Term
Format: Various
Cost: Free
Resources
Explore practical resources to help you introduce, promote and teach Core Maths with confidence, whether you are just getting started or developing an established offer.
What is Core Maths?
Find out what Core Maths is, how it works and which qualifications are available.
Resources for teaching Core Maths
Browse teaching materials designed to support learning, deepen numeracy and develop problem-solving.
Support and strategies for offering Core Maths
Access practical guidance, funding information and case studies to help you build and sustain provision.
Understanding how Core Maths can support other subjects
Use postcards and leaflets to show how Core Maths complements a wide range of post-16 courses.
Supporting your students’ transition to further study of maths
Explore guidance to help students understand their next steps and progress confidently beyond Core Maths.