COURSE OVERVIEW
A one‑day professional development event for both current and aspiring Core Maths teachers.
Whether you already offer Core Maths or are considering introducing it, the conference provides a valuable opportunity to deepen your teaching practice.
The day focuses on wider pedagogical approaches to teaching Core Maths effectively, engaging tasks for students with a broad range of prior attainment, and supporting clear mathematical communication and problem-solving.
You will also have the chance to network with teachers from other schools and colleges, share ideas and resources, and take away practical strategies you can use straight away in your classroom.
Each year, the conference has a different focus. You can view or download this year’s conference schedule below for more information.
1 day in-person conference
The Core Maths Conference will run twice in the acedmic year in the Autumn and Summer terms and are held at venues in London and Birmingham.
Summary
| Format | In-person |
| Audience | Teachers |
| Duration | 5 Hours |
| Sessions | 1 |
| Time: | 09:15 – 15:15 |
| Cost | Free to state-funded teachers; £115 otherwise |
Curriculum: Core Maths
Focus: Pedagogy, Networking
The conference will run twice in the academic year, in the Autumn and Summer terms.
What you will learn
Gain practical strategies to plan and teach Core Maths confidently, using engaging activities that support all learners.
Effective Pedagogy
Learn how to design Core Maths activities that work for students with a wide range of prior attainment.
Practical Approaches
Discover classroom-ready techniques that help you deliver engaging and accessible Core Maths lessons.
Clear Communication
Explore methods to help students express their mathematical thinking and problem‑solving processes confidently.
It is amazing to spend time with other teachers of Core Maths as we are often teaching in isolation in our schools so it is reassuring to hear what other people are doing and share challenges and successes.
There were very engaging speakers and there was a great balance between theory, sharing of their knowledge and opportunities to talk, discuss and collaboratively plan.
Lots of discussions, real scenarios, easy communication, access to resources and great planning ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your common questions and concerns answered
The DfE provides funding so that places on this course are free to teachers from state-funded schools and colleges in England. For those who do not meet this criterion, the course fee of £115 will apply.
Priority will be given to teachers in state-funded schools and colleges in England. Where we have spare capacity, we extend our support to other teachers and operate a waiting list.
All current and prospective teachers of Core Maths will benefit from attending the conference.
No, all teachers in state-funded schools and colleges who register with the AMSP can have free access to the Core Maths platform. You can find out more on the Core Maths Platform page.
Yes, each conference will cover the same content, so you can choose the one that best suits you.
No, the content of the conference changes each year, so it is suitable to attend the conference each new academic year.
The AMSP offers a variety of support for Core Maths teachers:
Visit our Core Maths professional development page
When a course is open for applications, please click the Application button on this page to apply. You will be able to choose the course date you wish to attend via this form.
You will need to create a myMEI account if you don’t already have one. You will need to select the event you wish to attend from the registration form.
As part of the AMSP, you can also register for free resources via MEI’s Integral learning platform.
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