Outdoor Mastery in Maths
Overview: The Outdoor Mastery in Maths course is designed to help educators harness the power of outdoor learning to deepen mathematical understanding and engagement. This training equips teachers with practical, hands-on strategies to make maths interactive, real-world, and accessible for all learners. By taking maths outdoors, students develop problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, and a concrete grasp of key concepts through meaningful experiences.
Who is it for?
- Primary and Secondary school teachers
- Early Years practitioners
- Teaching assistants
- SEN coordinators
- Maths coordinators and subject leads
- School leadership teams
Price:
Up to 30 staff.
£500, including VAT. UK Schools can use sports & Pupil Premium.
- 2 Hour Workshop
We are now taking bookings for 25/26 and 27/28. Book a callback.
Email: info@themuddypuddleteachers.co.uk
On-call teacher: 07530645492
Course Objectives:
- Explore the benefits of outdoor learning for mathematical mastery.
- Learn how to design and implement outdoor maths activities aligned with the curriculum.
- Develop strategies for using nature and real-world contexts to teach mathematical concepts.
- Foster problem-solving, reasoning, and fluency through outdoor exploration.
- Gain confidence in risk assessment and outdoor lesson planning.
Course Content:
- Introduction to Outdoor Maths Mastery
- The research and benefits of outdoor learning in maths.
- How hands-on, active learning enhances mathematical understanding.
- Developing Number Sense and Fluency Outdoors
- Using natural materials for counting, grouping, and operations.
- Activities for place value, mental maths, and number bonds.
- Geometry and Measurement in the Outdoors
- Exploring shape, symmetry, angles, and measurement in real-world applications.
- Engaging activities using natural objects, architecture, and landscapes.
- Problem-Solving and Reasoning Outside the Classroom
- Encouraging mathematical thinking through open-ended outdoor challenges.
- Investigating patterns, sequences, and logical reasoning in nature.
- Data Handling and Statistics Through Outdoor Learning
- Collecting and analyzing real-world data in the outdoor environment.
- Graphing, comparisons, and probability through outdoor investigations.
- Planning & Risk Assessment for Outdoor Maths
- Strategies for creating structured, safe, and effective outdoor maths lessons.
- Overcoming challenges and making outdoor maths accessible for all learners.
Training Formats:
- Fully accredited CPD certification upon completion.
- Available as in-person or virtual training.
- Tailored training to meet specific school or setting needs.
- Access to downloadable resources and lesson plans.
Benefits of Enrolling:
- Make maths more engaging and relevant through real-world applications.
- Improve problem-solving skills, reasoning, and fluency in students.
- Foster a love for maths through hands-on, outdoor experiences.
- Support active learning and well-being while covering key curriculum objectives.
- Gain practical strategies and expert guidance to transform maths teaching.
Enrollment & Contact Information: To enroll in Outdoor Mastery in Maths or request more details, please contact:
Price:
Up to 30 staff.
£500, including VAT. UK Schools can use sports & Pupil Premium.
- 2 Hour Workshop
We are now taking bookings for 25/26 and 27/28. Book a callback.
Email: info@themuddypuddleteachers.co.uk
On-call teacher: 07530645492