"You learn your times tables and when you're in class you can put your hand up and the teacher will feel really proud of you... it makes you feel good"

Pupil

Manifold Primary School, Warslow, Buxton, Derbyshire, partnered with CFS

Background to the scheme

Three olunteers from CFS attend Manifold Primary School in Buxton for over 2 hours to support students aged 5 to 9 years. They play a wide range of BEAM and Number Partners games.

Impact of the scheme

 

  • Students look forward to the sessions with enthusiasm and feel privileged to attend
  • Students improve their maths skills and are more confident with numbers
  • Students explore reasoning by explaining how they have worked out the answer
  • Volunteers get a sense of satisfaction and pride in the achievements of the students

 

Comments from volunteers

 

"I love doing the sessions, seeing the contribution we make to the children's achievements is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable things that I have ever done - it is particularly rewarding to see how the children look forward to maths!"

Comments from the Headteacher

 

"We are delighted with our partnership with The Co-operative Financial Services. We are always exploring new ways to challenge and engage our children and CFS' support helps to enhance our creative curriculum, enabling our pupils to discover and develop a greater understanding of maths.

"By making maths fun, we have seen reluctant learners become enthusiastic and confident with numbers."