CanDoMaths
Our mission is simple⌠We are passionate about supporting you to develop a 'CanDo Attitude' to maths in your classroom.
We do this with a little help from Colin the 'CanDo' Caribou and his FriendsâŚ
Teaching for Understanding
Teaching that focuses on developing secure and deep understanding, including the use of practical resources and iconic representations supports the learning and memorisation of mathematical concepts. The teaching of 'rules' and 'tricks' with no understanding and the use of only âstandardâ examples contribute to learners feeling they 'can't do' maths.
Belief
All learners need to believe they can succeed and also believe that their teacher, and parents, believe they can succeed. Adopting a growth mindset is at the heart of a 'CanDoMathsâ approach including the use of 'yetâ and knowing that making mistakes is an essential part of learning.
Hard Work
Success comes from hard work. It's as simple as that! Mathematics can be difficult at times but success can be achieved through hard work.
These 3 core ideas underpin all the CanDoMaths Resources, created by Liz Hopkins and Steve Lomax
(you can find out more about these awesome people on our about page)
CanDoMaths Packages
Most of our schools come back for more! So, this year we have put together some great packages so that you can combine the resources you need at the best possible price.
There are A LOT of awesome resources included in the packages, but in a nutshell, the purpose of bringing them together, is to give you the support and tools to achieve the maths improvement goals you want over the next academic year at an affordable price.
We understand that it is important for you to have clear, professional guidance from experts, and we want to give you that support.
Plus much more!
The CanDoMaths ArithmeKit...
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A range of 120 problem solving and reasoning activities to strengthen and deepen understanding of key number and calculation skills and strategies.
The âMagic 24â skills and strategies, essential elements of any successful mathematicianâs toolkit, have been carefully selected to develop pupilsâ conceptual understanding.
By exploring the structure of mathematics and noticing relationships, the activities aim to improve fluency in calculation, develop a secure and deep understanding, help pupils make connections and address the requirements of the end of Key Stage 1 and 2 Arithmetic national assessments.Â
See a Sample >>What teachers have to say about using
CanDoMaths...
"Just want to say thank you so much. We love CanDoMaths it has transformed our maths lessons. Keep up the amazing work, it is truly appreciated."
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CanDoMaths School
Since 2019
"Thank you for all you've done this year...
I always feel so secure in knowing I'm being supported by two experts in Maths and you have rejuvenated Maths more than anything else has in the last 15 years+ "
CanDoMaths School
Since 2019
"I just wanted to email to say how delighted we are with our new resources from CanDoMaths.
Itâs absolutely exactly what our teachers need and the planning support and subject expertise videos are incredible.
I knew it would be good but itâs even better than I expected."
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Charlotte Harmer â Deputy Head
Larkhill Primary School, Wilts.
