Give the children in your care a confident start in maths with this bite-sized training bundle, designed especially for childminders in England.
This practical, easy-to-follow series breaks early mathematical development into manageable, engaging modules that fit around your busy day. Whether you're new to childminding or looking to refresh your knowledge, this bundle helps you build strong foundations aligned with early years expectations in England.
Inside the bundle:
- An Introduction to Mathematical Development in the Early Years (England)
Mathematics are a hugely important part of everyday life for everyone. As practitioners we need to support children to develop not just their mathematical knowledge, understanding and skills, but also a positive attitude towards maths. We can do this by planning for and providing relevant mathematical experiences for the children in our setting.
- Strategies to Support and Promote Mathematical Development (England)
The early years are important for mathematical development as this is where children start to develop the attitudes towards maths that can influence them throughout their life. Mathematical development is supported by the provision of a mathematically rich environment and there are many ways we, as practitioners, can support this through our provision and practice
- Focus on Number and Numerical Pattern (England)
A knowledge and understanding of numbers and numerical patterns and acquiring the skills involved in using them is vital for everyone. Once we have this, we use it every day, often without thinking about it. It is important that we support children in our settings to develop a secure knowledge and understanding of number and numerical patterns and to have the skills, confidence and competence to use them effectively.
- Focus on Space, Shape and Measure (England)
Shape, space and measure are integral parts of mathematics. Research has indicated that young children's spatial, rather than numerical, abilities enrich their overall mathematical development: the key skills are visualising what shapes will look like when they are combined or rotated. It is important that settings ensure that children have meaningful practical experiences to help them develop the knowledge, understanding and skills for shape, space and measure. Children also need time and space to practice and embed these.
- Focus on Problem Solving (England)
Problem solving is an important skill because we need to be able to work out how to do things and remember it so we can do it again. Problem solving helps to develop creative thinking skills and is important for all areas of maths - number, space, shape, and measure. In this course we will look at some strategies used by problem solvers and consider the role of the practitioner in supporting children's problem solving in the setting.
Perfect for busy childminders who want high-impact training without overwhelm, this bundle will help you confidently support children's mathematical development through meaningful, everyday experiences.
Empower the children you care for to see maths as fun, relevant, and part of their world from the very start.
Save money and enjoy all 5 courses for just £20, instead of £5 each