SPRING into Maths is a structured intervention for students who require extra support with mathematics, specifically the concepts related to number. Number focuses on the study of numerical concepts such as those that represent quantities, estimating, and measuring. 

SPRING into Maths kits are designed to be used flexibly. This allows you to move between kits to support or extend your learners.

SPRING into Maths has been developed by NZCER maths facilitator and researcher Julie Roberts and designed to be delivered to small groups of students by teachers or teacher aides.  

To find out more visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Kia tupu, kia hua, kia puawai.

To grow, to prosper, to sustain.

Why use SPRING into Maths?

SPRING into Maths is characterised by short, fun lessons delivered using a clear, systematic and repetitive structure. It is responsive to the needs of learners and can easily be adapted. In a short period of time, students become more engaged in mathematical learning, grow in confidence, and begin to believe in themselves as mathematicians. The gains in both achievement and disposition are sustained after students complete SPRING into Maths.

Start counting

Patterns

Reinforcing solving a problem

Identifying numbers

Number facts

Game

The six components help students construct the knowledge and computation approaches to solve mathematics problems. The games provide a fun way for students to apply their learning and for teachers and teacher aides to check that these are secure, and students are ready to move on.

Testimonials

The progress and confidence we have observed in our learners has been remarkable. Students who previously struggled with mathematical concepts are now participating
enthusiastically and showing a belief in themselves as mathematicians. Additionally, SPRING into Maths has been particularly beneficial for our ESOL learners, providing the support they need to thrive in a subject that can often be language-intensive.

Rachel Ono

Tumuaki Tuarua | Deputy Principal
Heathcote Valley School

The mini snapshot assessments were quick and easy to carry out and gave us a clear picture of who would benefit from the programme. All the resources and videos on the website made it so easy to plan for the 4 sessions each week. We have now had 6 groups complete the programme and classroom kaiako have said they have noticed changes in the akonga who took part. They are more confident in themselves and their abilities and are more active in classroom maths sessions.

Jo Verran

Deputy Principal
Plimmerton School

Students said:
“It helped me a lot with how to do things”
“It was easier to focus in a small group and I felt braver about asking questions”
“What I learnt helped me in class as I could do the maths on my own”
“I wanted to keep going to the group because it was helping me a lot”

SPRING into Maths is an effective approach because it’s punchy and helps maintain mathematical knowledge and strategies. My kids enjoy doing various activities that relate to each letter and as a teacher, I see how high their engagement is.

Teacher

Freyberg Community School

The online resources make planning and delivering the sessions a breeze. The small-group sessions allow for targeted teaching in a supportive environment, which has seen our students develop
in confidence. They really enjoy the structure, the hands-on approach that SPRING offers, and they all love finishing every session with a maths game to consolidate their learning.

Kayne

Principal Postgate School

SPRING is very adaptable and allows the children to solve problems in different ways. There is usually more than one way to think and solve a problem, which results in a deeper understanding of mathematical thinking. I have a better understanding of which mathematical concepts need to be developed before moving on, what kind of knowledge might be missing that prevents the child from going forward to the next learning step, or why they are unable to solve problems independently.

Nicole Schotters

Teacher Aide
Newtown School