Case study: How We Used EdTech to Support learning in Math at Little Sutton Primary
By Rachel Davis MBE, Headteacher, Little Sutton Primary School
Since the introduction of Math-Whizz, pupil engagement and progress in math has increased
Little Sutton Primary has worked closely with Whizz Education for the last three years. Initially, assigned to support pupils in Year 6, the Math-Whizz program is now offered to our Year 5 and Year 6 pupils to help further supplement their mathematical learning.
Since the induction of the program, pupil engagement and progress in math has increased. Our pupils perform well above the national average in math where our Key Stage 2 progress in mathematics (3.8) was significantly above national levels and in the highest 20% of all schools in 2019 as well as in 2018 and 2017.
Along with the focused mathematical strands and challenges that appear as tasks for children to complete, there are also several additional activities which further keep our pupils motivated. From achieving progress points, to creating their own avatars, the Whizz shop, obtaining stickers and progress messages, receiving awards including rulers and pencils, there is also the chance to win the weekly Whizz class cup!
Math-Whizz is great at supporting blended learning
As one of the first primary schools to be part of the program in Birmingham, we have been fortunate to have been supported by the Whizz Education Success Partners. In the initial stages, the team delivered assemblies and math staff meetings as part of our continuing professional development. They also continue to provide technical support too.
Whilst many of our children regularly access the program from home, the usefulness of being able to utilise Math-Whizz in the current pandemic has been very well-received by our staff, pupils, and parents. The ability to check progress while also allowing children to still see a purpose for math has been hugely motivational. In such unprecedented times, such online tools and options are great to support the balance of remote learning.
