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Maths support for depth of understanding 🧐| KS2

25/04/2025

No two learners are the same – and neither is the support they need. Here’s how I make sure every child gets what theyneed in maths:1️⃣ Fill in the gaps first – a solid foundation is essential.2️⃣ Match the support to the student – some love structure, others thrive with freedom.3️⃣ Go deeper – when they’re ready, we extend, stretch, and challenge their thinking.Helping children grow in maths is never one-size-fits-all. And that’s exactly why I love it. 💛

Photos from Dissent Learning- Maths's post 24/04/2025

It’s never just about the maths.

I became a tutor because I saw the moment confidence flickers—and the magic when it returns.

One tricky topic or a single bad test can knock a child’s belief in themselves.
But with the right support, it comes back—faster than you’d think.

This is the why behind everything I do.

If your child has lost their spark with maths, this is your reminder: it’s not too late.

Let’s build it back, one small win at a time.

23/04/2025

Well it was more than 60 secs but here are 3 ways to teach fractions of a shape problems.

22/04/2025

The idea that you’re either ‘good’ or ‘bad’ at maths is a total myth ❌

Here are the 3️⃣ simple things I do with students that make all the difference — and yes, they work every time.

1️⃣Break big ideas into small steps

Maths often feels overwhelming because it’s taught in chunks that are too big. I break each concept down into tiny, manageable parts so students can build confidence step by step.

2️⃣Practise with purpose

Instead of endless worksheets, I give targeted practice that builds the exact skills a student is missing — no fluff, just what moves them forward.

3️⃣Teach the ‘why’, not just the ‘how’

Understanding why a method works helps students apply it flexibly and remember it longer. It turns maths from a memory game into a problem-solving toolkit.

Let me know which areas of maths you find hard to help with in the comments ⬇️
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21/04/2025

Confidence grows faster than you think—if you know where to look.It’s not about big achievements. It’s the tiny moments: Trying again. Explaining their thinking. Sticking with a tricky task. Catch them in the act—and name it. “You didn’t give up!” ‘You really thought that through!” Those small wins? They build belief. Try it today—spot one and say it out loud. Let me know what happens!

Photos from Dissent Learning- Maths's post 28/02/2025

✨ Want to challenge your child’s maths brain without it feeling like extra work? Try these fun and simple activities! ✨

💡 Ask a thought-provoking question – Use a question from the Primary Maths Challenge Past Papers to get them thinking outside the box!

🛫 Plan a dream trip together – Budgeting a holiday across different countries involves real-world maths skills like addition, subtraction, and currency conversion.

📘 Find a challenge book – A resource like Concept Climbers can help your child build confidence and stretch their problem-solving skills at home.

Learning at home doesn’t have to feel like homework – these activities make it engaging, natural, and fun! Let me know which one you’ll try first. ⬇️

28/02/2025

Does your child say school maths is 'too easy' or 'too boring'?

Comment below with their biggest complaint!

17/01/2025

What mental strategies does my child need to know in Year 6?

14/01/2025

As a Year 6 parent, should you care about how your child does in the SATs?

10/01/2025

What fraction of the shape is shaded orange?

10/01/2025

What fraction is shaded? How do you know?

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