Ark Curriculum Plus

🙏 A huge thank you to the five schools who took part in this action research project with @NWmathshub3: @Blueberryparkuk @StGregoryCEVCP @olwprimary @PopeFrancisCMAT Your openness, reflection and commitment to improving maths teaching made this work possible. 🌟 We set out to determine if using both programmes – Mathematics Mastery Primary and Mastery Readiness – could accelerate the benefits for schools. Together, we’re building a stronger evidence base for what works in the classroom. Read the report: ow.ly/BWWO50Yz1X5 #primarymaths #edresearch #mathsteaching #mathsmastery #teachingformastery

How well does your curriculum support every learner? Ark’s Inclusion‑First Curriculum Guide includes a practical self‑evaluation tool to help schools review curriculum design through an inclusion lens. It supports reflection on access, sequencing and securing core knowledge, and how well literacy, numeracy and oracy are developed across subjects. Download the guide and self‑evaluation tool: ow.ly/qxEk50YWrJk

Have you been engaging with the National Year of Reading? Fluent reading is the gateway to pupils' long-term success. Without it, pupils struggle to access the full curriculum; with it, they unlock knowledge across every subject. Download three free reading fluency lessons to see how English Mastery develops confident, automatic readers through our Ark Reading Signature Strategies: ow.ly/k84g50YmqCv #NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn2026

English Mastery Secondary supports engaging, connected learning that helps students thrive in the classroom. Through rich texts and a carefully structured learning journey, students make meaningful links between units, deepen their understanding, and feel more confident and positive in lessons. Find out more about English Mastery Secondary: ow.ly/RcKH50YW7ZT

The CAR proposes making triple science a statutory entitlement for all students, addressing low take-up, particularly among disadvantaged pupils. Watch our recent webinar to gain clarification on the curriculum, staffing and timetable conditions required, what’s needed to support non-specialist teachers and using curriculum design to balance depth, pace and assessment demands. Access on demand and download a triple science toolkit, to help make your action plan: ow.ly/IZww50YV43p

Free on-demand webinar! What does the Curriculum and Assessment Review really mean for Primary English? Our Head of English Mastery Primary unpacks key new national curriculum priorities around writing fluency, grammar in use, oracy, drama and assessment, with a clear focus on inclusion and SEND. Gain sharp takeaways, reflection prompts and next steps: ow.ly/4R4u50YW851

Geography Mastery Secondary gives non‑specialist teachers the structure and resources they need to feel confident in the classroom. With ready‑made lessons, clear guidance, and sequenced content, #teachers can deliver high‑quality geography teaching from day one. Find out more about Geography Mastery: ow.ly/RobP50YW7IT

#EnglishMastery Primary is a complete reading, writing, and grammar programme for Key Stage 2, connected by a reading spine of incredible books. Learn more about the subject excellence programme at our upcoming information session: ow.ly/fVw350YWqWX

Meet our English Mastery Secondary subject experts! Our subject experts work alongside secondary English departments to support confident curriculum delivery and sustained improvement. Through targeted guidance and collaborative working with teachers and leaders, they help schools strengthen practice, develop subject knowledge, and embed the programme in ways that reflect their priorities. Join our upcoming information session to find out more: ow.ly/oeWr50YW70R

Schools need to evidence how structures enable all pupils to build secure early number understanding, number facts, and multiplication/division fluency. Our recent webinar, hosted by our Head of Mathematics Mastery Primary, is designed to give insight into strengthening whole‑school practice through robust systems, confident teachers, and inclusive provision. Watch on demand: ow.ly/ykUE50YV4of

We’re really encouraged by the feedback from partner schools on the first phase of our refreshed KS3 Mathematics Mastery Secondary programme. Teachers are seeing the impact of the new Year 7 units, with well‑structured materials that support confident delivery. Partner schools can now access the refreshed Year 8 Unit 1, supporting confident planning for next year. Find out more about the programme: ow.ly/SB0o50YW7y4

With Key Stage 2 SATs taking place this week, you will be giving your full attention to supporting pupils to feel confident, prepared and supported. We know the care and effort this takes and wish you and your team every success in the days ahead. Good luck to you and your pupils!

Attention partner schools 📢 Face-to-face induction training booking is open! Whether you have new #teachers starting in September or are looking for a refresher, don’t miss out on your chosen regional session. Book your school's places today: ow.ly/t6Y950YRClu

Imagine seeing your pupils make strides in their learning, making more progress, all while engaging in an enriching maths programme. That's the kind of difference Mathematics Mastery Primary can make. Join our information session to discover everything the subject excellence programme has to offer: dedicated school support, subject-specific CPD, assessment, and comprehensive teaching and learning resources. Book your place: ow.ly/NjSO50YIcSb

Meet our subject experts! From day one with English Mastery Primary, you access personalised support from your dedicated subject expert. They will collaborate with teachers and leaders to create a tailored improvement plan for your school. They'll then support you to success over multiple years. Come along to our upcoming information session to learn more about this support and everything else the subject excellence programme for KS2 has to offer: ow.ly/1jlS50YH4ZW

Missed our KS3 maths webinar? The recording is now available to watch on demand. Hear Rachel Smedley, Head of Subject for Mathematics Mastery Secondary, share practical strategies to strengthen KS3 foundations and support progression into KS4. Watch on demand: ow.ly/4vE550YRNzA

English Mastery Secondary is designed to build deep, lasting understanding. Through a carefully sequenced curriculum, the programme helps students secure core knowledge, embed rich vocabulary, and confidently access more challenging concepts over time. Find out more about English Mastery in our upcoming information session: ow.ly/bbuJ50YTf2w

It's not too late to join our Geography Secondary information session! Join us at 4pm today to learn more about the #GeographyMastery Secondary subject excellence programme and the dedicated, ongoing support available to schools. The session will explore how the programme supports schools through ongoing partnership, professional development, assessment approaches, and high‑quality teaching resources. Secure your place: ow.ly/4uEq50YUUuc

Access our subject excellence programme materials today! This term, schools who sign up to partner with us from September get immediate access to our online learning platform, to allow time for planning and preparation. Want to know more about our programmes? Join an information session: ow.ly/csOG50YQsUQ

We’re celebrating our work with @ScienceMastery! Diagnostic questions and responsive teaching. We’re proud to have a 6-year upward trend in student outcomes.   Read the full story: bit.ly/4tEl3cz @ArkCurriculum #sciencemastery