Bridges of Learning - Training Session 5 (Number)
Part of the Project
Training Session 5 - Number
Training Details-
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Number of teachers: 8 present
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Number of officials: 1 present
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Venue: Chapel St Primary School
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Time: 14H00 - 17h00
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Date: 6 August 2026
An impressive 100% of participants rated the training session as either 'good' or 'excellent', highlighting the value of the effectiveness of the session.
Main Takeaways -
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Numbers form the foundation – learners need to understand what numbers represent and how they are used in everyday situations before progressing to more complex concepts.
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Precision is important – learners should develop accuracy when counting, working with quantities, calculating, and recognising and using number symbols.
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Operations develop mathematical thinking – build understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication as repeated addition, and division, while reinforcing the correct mathematical symbols.
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More and Less builds number sense – understanding concepts such as more and less provides an important foundation for developing number operations.
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Learning should progress from concrete to abstract – begin with real objects and hands-on experiences, move to pictures and visual representations, and then introduce abstract numbers and symbols.
- Active participation strengthens learning – practical activities, meaningful questions, and opportunities to explain their thinking help learners develop and apply number concepts
Summary of Feedback from the participants about the session -
Participants found the training session engaging, clear and enjoyable, and appreciated the opportunity to connect with teachers from other schools. They particularly valued the emphasis on making learning stimulating, interactive and activity-based, rather than relying on learners simply sitting and completing tasks.
Teachers expressed enthusiasm about applying the strategies in their future term planning and reported already seeing positive changes in their learners, particularly in their approach to learning and development of vocabulary. Overall, the session was described as well-presented, practical and inspiring, with participants expressing strong appreciation for the facilitator and the training programme.
