MathBase numeracy resources aim to help students of all abilities develop independence through mathematics. The software was first developed at Horizon Special School, Hackney.

• developed to help students with difficulties in maths

• supports a wide range of abilities from below level 1 to level 5

• based on clear learning objectives with measurable targets

• uses small steps and 'overkill' to drive progress forward

• helps pupils work independently with minimal support

• used in 250 special schools in the UK

"Pupils like the clear structure that remains the same throughout and love to be able to work independently with no adult support and still achieve."

Clair Warner, Redbridge LEA

• usable from nursery and reception to KS1 & KS2

• functions well as an inclusive whole school resource

• allows pupils to practise without unwanted distractions

• ideal for both whole class and individual use

• supports pupils with educational special needs

• encourages pupils to make independent choices

• based on clear learning objectives and target driven

• ensures that pupils work at their correctly challenging level

"We’ve really seen an improvement in the children’s Numeracy skills and I’m sure that Mathbase plays a key part. The differing levels of ability mean that children can work at their own pace and the clear layout means that they can concentrate on the activity."

Alison Reese, ICT Co-ordinator, Barnet

There are six collections of related software, each  supporting a wide spectrum of ability and age. The software can be purchased for individual computers or as a site licence.

MB1: numbers to 100 Counting, estimation, number words, tally marks and place value, number bonds and tables practise.

MB2: mental calculation Counting one more, one less, doubling, halving, ordering, rounding, place value, mental addition and subtraction.

MB3: time &  money Counting money to £10 and estimation. Analogue and digital clocks, the 24-hour clock and am/pm notation.

MB4: fractions & decimals Equivalence and mixed numbers, fractions as decimals, percentages and mental calculation.

MB5: shape & space Visual perception, transformations, area and perimeter based on simple counting.

MB6: further calculation Prime numbers, integer division, powers of 10, order of operations and brackets.

see mathbase 1-6 for further details.

"The children love the ease with which they can learn, while teachers can easily and effectively monitor their rate of work and success."

Ms Paula Burn, Maths Faculty Leader, Suffolk

Get busy with numbers is a new range of software developed for use with the web and virtual learning environments. See us at BETT 2011 stand sw98.

• specifically supports pupils with SEN

• configurable options allow teachers to quickly differentiate for individuals

• pupils encouraged to explore and control their own learning

• combines home and school learning environments

• developed in association with The Learning Trust, Hackney

A little game involving spots and figures.
May be expanded full screen and used with an interactive whiteboard.