SKE Lead

Ewan Abraham

What is your current role and experience in teaching?

Currently, I am a Year 6 teacher and Assistant Curriculum Lead at Hillcrest Academy. I have over ten years’ experience working as a class teacher as well as a maths leader, curriculum leader and specialist teacher of primary maths.

Why are you passionate about your subject?

Primary and early maths is my passion because it lays the foundation for a child’s ability to make sense of the world around them. I love inspiring curiosity and helping children discover the joy and logic of our number system, patterns and problem-solving. It not only shapes their academic journey but also empowers them in everyday life. I believe that by nurturing a love for and confidence in maths early, we open doors to countless opportunities and a lifelong appreciation for learning.

What impact does strong subject knowledge have? 

Strong subject knowledge is incredibly important to teaching primary and early maths. A teacher who is secure in their own subject knowledge will be more confident, engaging and able to pay attention to the nuances of children’s learning and the shifting tides of the classroom. It also helps teachers to make connections between different areas of the curriculum, which allows children to make these connections, and this is a hugely important part of what makes maths so inspiring, challenging and relevant for children.

Modules

Module One – 8 Weeks

  • Cardinality and counting.
  • Composition.
  • Shape and space.
  • Place value.
  • Multiplication
  • Mental mathematics.
  • Division.
  • Geometry.

Module Two – 12 Weeks

  • Key stage two: Cardinality and counting.
  • Key stage two: Composition.
  • Key stage two: Shape and space.
  • Transition from Early Years to Key stage one.

“I found my SKE lead to be an inspirational teacher who was very willing to share her knowledge and experience to help us. Julia 2022 SKE Participant GORSE SCITT”

Delivery and Assessment

The programme is delivered through optional online tutorials and asynchronous study.

Assessments will include mini tasks, evaluative tasks, research and readings. There will also be an opportunity to reflect on the key ideas learnt in each unit of work. Each submission of assessment will receive detailed and clear feedback outlining professional knowledge, strength and areas to develop further over the remainder of the course.

Want to find out more?

Book an information evening or taster day.

These virtual events will take place with our leadership team to give you an opportunity to find out more about the courses we offer, the support you will receive and your journey as a GORSE SCITT trainee.