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Top 5 maths mistakes children in Year 8 make and how you can help them at home webinar

Craig Barton

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Top 5 Maths Mistakes Year 8 Children Make and How You Can Help at Home

Discover what are the common challenges Year 8 children face in maths and get insights and useful resources you can use to help them at home. Feel better connected to school mathematics and reduce the anxiety surrounding supporting children at home.

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Craig Barton
Head of Education

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