Review of Mathematics Teaching in Primary Schools and Early-Years Settings
The final report for the independent Review of Mathematics Teaching in Primary
Schools and Early-Years Settings has now been published. You can read the press
notice here.
The report provides ten clear recommendations for improving the quality of mathematics teaching in these areas. The report's key recommendation is for every primary school to have a Mathematics Specialist teacher within the next ten years.
- You can view the report's recommendations here.
- You can download or order a copy of the report here.
- You can read the Secretary of State's letter to Sir Peter Williams here.
Background
The Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families asked Sir
Peter Williams in July 2007 to undertake a review into the teaching of
mathematics in primary schools and early-years settings. Following an intensive
evidence-gathering period Sir Peter Williams published his Interim Report on 19
March.
The Review Team
This is made up of the following individuals:
- Sir Peter Williams (Chair)
- Sir Jim Rose
- Professor Celia Hoyles OBE
- Professor Janet Ainley
- Laurie Jacques
- Brenda Spencer
Further information
Published: 17 June 2008
