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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Sep 2

Welcome Back from a well deserved Summer Break! We forward to working alongside current and new schools to make a positive impact in education!

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jul 17

Secondary maths teachers with mastery experience — shape national guidance on AI in education!

Join our online Research & Innovation Work Group and explore how AI can support Teaching for Mastery.

🔗 Apply now: shorturl.at/1To8r

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jul 14

Are you a non-maths teacher who regularly uses GCSE-level maths in your subject?

Interested in teaching Core Maths or deepening your understanding of the maths in your own discipline?

Join our new national RIWG, open to post-16 teachers!

🔗 Apply: shorturl.at/VOekg

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jul 2

📣 Join our Secondary Teaching for Mastery Programme!

Boost collaborative planning, deepen curriculum understanding & strengthen students’ reasoning and fluency.

🔗 Find out more and apply: www.londonthamesmathshub.com/secondary-opportunities

#TeachingForMastery #SecondaryMaths #NCETM

London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 26

Could your school benefit from fully-funded support for non-specialist maths teachers?

The @NCETM SKTM Programme is designed to boost teacher confidence & improve student outcomes.

A new EEF trial is evaluating its impact
Find out more & apply: shorturl.at/kjNvW

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 24

London Thames Maths Hub LLME Summer Conference 2025
A brilliant day of collaboration, learning & leadership

Highlights:
🔹 Leading school development
🤖 AI in math
🤝 Building LLME connections
🧠 Collaborative planning

Thanks to all who joined & to Trinity school for hosting us.

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 20

📢 Applications closing soon!

Join Mastering Number at Reception & KS1 – a fully-funded programme helping young children build strong number sense through talk, STEM sentences & hands-on learning.

🔗 Info: shorturl.at/NaeBT
✍️ Apply: shorturl.at/3aml4
#MasteringNumber #NCETM #EarlyMaths

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 18

The support of the Maths Hub has led to year-on-year gains in KS2 outcomes. Pupils are now better prepared for the transition to secondary school confident, capable, & well-equipped.

Explore our programmes: www.londonthamesmathshub.com/_files/ugd/179980_fe33c4e98fb14d758b3d0d950d1fa6ec.pdf

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NCETM @ncetm.bsky.social · Jun 17

Got a non-specialist teaching maths next year?
The SKTM programme supports teachers to grow in confidence and subject knowledge. Katie shares her experience of the FREE CPD 👉

#Maths #EduSky #UKMathsChat

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 16

🎥 “It’s reshaped how we teach and how students learn.”

Headteacher Advocate Chris Hollands shares how joining the London Thames Maths Hub has driven real, school-wide impact.

🔗 Explore our PD catalogue:
www.londonthamesmathshub.com/_files/ugd/179980_fe33c4e98fb14d758b3d0d950d1fa6ec.pdf

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 13

Less than two weeks to go - don't miss out!
Are you new to Teaching for Mastery or looking to refine your approach?

Join us for a Secondary Teaching for Mastery Open Morning

Register here: shorturl.at/2f284
or visit londonthamesmathshub.com/secondaryeve...

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 10

Stay Updated with Our Latest Newsletter! 📢
Check out all the latest updates, events, and opportunities at London Thames Maths Hub.

Early Years & Primary: mailchi.mp/7934d95bc15b...

Secondary & Post-16: mailchi.mp/099a191e4d78...

Don't miss out—stay informed and get involved!

London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 9

We’re excited to announce the release of the London Thames Maths Hub’s 25/26 Professional & School Development Opportunities Catalogue!

View the full catalogue here:
www.londonthamesmathshub.com/_files/ugd/179980_fe33c4e98fb14d758b3d0d950d1fa6ec.pdf

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NCETM @ncetm.bsky.social · Jun 5

With around 1 in 8 KS3 maths lessons being taught by non-specialists, it's vital we support them
📹 Step inside a real Work Group to hear how Maths Hubs are helping non-specialist teachers thrive
#Maths #EduSky #UKMathsChat
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTk5...

Boost your confidence teaching maths | Secondary Non-specialist SKTM Programme

YouTube video by NCETM

www.youtube.com

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Mar 18

Many secondary school teachers teach maths without specialist training.

Don't miss this EEF-funded opportunity to join the Secondary Non-Specialist Teachers Programme!

Find out more: www.londonthamesmathshub.com/secondary-opportunities

This Work Group is with London Central & West Maths Hub.

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · Jun 2

Every great mathematician started with a question. Don’t be afraid to be curious, make mistakes, and keep exploring.

"Mathematics is not about being the best — it’s about being better than you were yesterday."

Start the week with confidence — you've got this! 💪
#MondayMathsMotivation #MathsMindset

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 23

We’re now on our half term break! Wishing you a restful break and don’t forget to explore our professional development opportunities at www.londonthamesmathshub.com.

London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 21

💷 It’s #NationalNumeracyDay – The Money Edition!

@ncetm.bsky.social Becky Donaldson shares how Checkpoints can spark discussions about money & build students' financial confidence.

🔗www.ncetm.org.uk/features/managing-money-starts-in-the-maths-classroom

#NCETM #FinancialLiteracy @Nat_Numeracy

London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 20

📣 Exciting News from London Thames Maths Hub!

Our 2025–26 programmes are now live on our website!

🌐 Explore what’s on offer and register your interest today:

👉 www.londonthamesmathshub.com
📨[email protected]
#MathsEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 19

“Mathematics may not teach us how to add love or subtract hate, but it gives us hope that every problem has a solution.”
— Unknown

Keep solving, keep striving — you've got this! 💡➗💪

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 16

Are you new to Teaching for Mastery or looking to refine your approach?

Join us for a Secondary Teaching for Mastery Open Morning

Register here: shorturl.at/2f284
or visit www.londonthamesmathshub.com/secondaryevents

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 14

📢 Don’t Miss Our Primary Open Morning in Bromley – Next Thursday!

Join our FREE Primary Open Morning and discover how to bring mastery to life in your school.

👉 Register here: shorturl.at/pP6LY

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 12

Good luck to everyone this exam season!
We know how hard you’ve worked, and we’re confident you’ll be amazing.

Believe in yourself, stay focused, and give it your best — you’ve got this! 💪🌟

#ExamSeason #KeepGoing #BelieveInYourself #MondayMathsMotivation

London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 9

📣 Is your Trust working with a local Maths Hub?

THE PEGASUS ACADEMY TRUST is working with London Thames Hub to stay at the forefront of maths education — boosting teacher confidence & improving outcomes across schools.

Could your Trust do the same?
🔗 www.pegasusacademytrust.org/news/pegasus...

Pegasus working with National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics. | Pegasus Academy Trust

At Pegasus we believe that all children can achieve in maths. We are very proud of the Trust’s bespoke ‘Maths Mastery’ approach which breaks learning down into microscopic steps within each area of…

www.pegasusacademytrust.org

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London Thames Maths Hub @lthames-mathshub.bsky.social · May 7

Do you have non-specialists teaching KS3 maths?
Come to a free twilight session to learn how the SKTM programme can help AND how your school could join the EEF trial.

📅 8 May or 2 June
🕒 15:45–16:30
🔗 www.ncetm.org.uk/maths-hubs/a...

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