Problem-solving Schools is an exciting new initiative to help schools raise the profile of mathematical problem-solving and support, inspire and develop better problem-solvers, using our Charter as a guide.
Who is eligible?
Our Problem-solving Schools initiative offers guidance, structured resources, professional development and support for teachers wanting to embed problem-solving in their curriculum at a departmental or school level.
The Problem-solving Schools network is free to join and is open to all schools. The resources, support and guidance cover both primary and secondary mathematics.
How to join the Problem-solving Schools initiative
The first step to becoming a Problem-solving School is to undertake an initial self-assessment of your provision, using our Charter framework self-assessment tool as your guide. We recommend you discuss this initial review with colleagues in your school/department.
We hope this will support you to reflect on your needs, current areas of strength, and areas where you may wish to improve. The initial review will then give you a reference point to help you assess your school’s future progress and achievements, as you continue developing your problem-solving provision.
The next step is to complete the online sign-up process, where you’ll be invited to:
- Provide the key details about your school
- Share the results of the initial review of your provision using the Charter framework self-assessment tool.
- Decide on details of three key areas for development that you have identified as a school.
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What happens next?
After your registration is complete, your school will receive an initial welcome email including a copy of your completed self-assessment review and areas identified for development.
Your welcome email includes a Starter Guide with information about all the support material, resources and guidance available to Problem-solving Schools.
Once you are registered, you will receive our regular updates to support the Problem-solving Schools community, including notifications about new Problem-solving Schools resources and guidance, and invitations to our free professional development webinars.
You can also download the Problem-solving Schools badge to display on letterheads and webpages, to raise awareness and highlight your school’s commitment to helping your students develop as problem-solvers.
Questions
If you have any questions or comments about the Problem-solving Schools initiative, please email enquiries.nrich@maths.org