Conference 2026- Feedback

Mathematics: Equitable Contexts

Our 2026 Conference was an inspiring and thought‑provoking day dedicated to exploring the role of context in mathematics.
With powerful keynote speakers and hands‑on learning throughout our breakout sessions, participants had rich opportunities to engage in meaningful discussion, share ideas, and deepen their understanding. The day brought together passionate educators, fresh perspectives, and practical strategies—making it a truly energising and enlightening event for everyone involved.

Feedback from the conference

We asked delegates for feedback following the conference,  we asked them; 

Something they didn’t know…

I had not heard of ‘Realistic Maths Education’ before and found that really insightful.

Maths Subject Lead

I found Sue Hough’s session gave me more information about how context can be used in different ways and how it was progressional.

Maths Subject Lead

The use of dialogue and talk as well as context.

Teacher

How powerful thinking about different contexts can be

Maths Subject Lead

Something I found interesting….

The Japanese use of context to elicit understanding and engagement. But making it meaningful

Class Teacher

Developing context. Making it linked to children. Loved Mike Askew

Maths Lead and Teacher

Rural poverty talk. Amazeballs

Maths Teacher

Mike Askew’s point about how maths contexts need to be useful. The maths has to be a maths context you need to use the maths for life. It was insightful to make the maths purposeful for my children. Maths is all around us.

Maths Subject Lead

Other comments from the day…

Great event and chance to reflect.

Mahs Lead

Great opportunity to share experiences with colleagues

Maths Lead

Very interesting day. Well organised and thought about in terms of structure

Head of Year 5

All the sessions were really engaging and relevant. Thank you

Assistant Headteacher