Maths in the Primary School is a free online Family Learning course from Coventry Learns, helping parents and carers understand how maths is taught in primary schools so they can confidently support their child's learning at home.

Maths in the Primary School | Online Family Learning Course

• Dates: Weekly videos sent every Monday from 21st September 2026 (10-week course)
• Time: Watch at a time that suits you
• Location: Online
• Suitable for: Parents and carers with primary-aged children
• Price: Free
• Booking: Enrol on the course here
• Contact: aeslifeskills@coventry.gov.uk | 024 7697 5200

Hosted by Coventry Learns Family Learning, this free online course is designed to help parents and carers better understand the maths their children are taught at primary school. Over 10 weeks, you'll receive a weekly video that you can watch whenever it suits you, making it easy to fit learning around family life.

The course explains common maths methods and terminology used in today's classrooms, helping you feel more confident when supporting your child's homework and everyday learning.

During the course you'll:

• Receive a weekly video and have the opportunity to ask your tutor questions
• Learn the methods used to teach maths in primary schools
• Discover the maths children are taught in each year group
• Understand key maths vocabulary such as partitioning and place value
• Receive free resources, games and app suggestions to continue learning at home

This flexible online course is ideal for busy parents and carers who want practical advice and greater confidence in supporting their child's maths education.  Enrol on the course here