Numeracy Not Applicable Numeracy
Conditions
Interventions
Schools are randomly allocated to one of three groups using block randomisation with a random number generator. There will be six blocks, defined on the basis of school size (one-form entry, two or mo
Sponsors
Education Endowment Fund
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Schools: 1. English state primary schools 2. Have at least 20 pupils in Year 3 Children: 1. Year three pupils 2. Low numeracy skills 3. Parents have not opted their child out of participating
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Not meeting inclusion criteria
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Number skills will be assessed at the end of year 3 using the BAS3 number skills test. There is no pre-test but instead KS1 scores will be used as a comparator. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Working memory will be assessed using the three central executive subtests (counting recall, backward digit recall, listening recall) of a working memory scale for children at baseline and at the end of year 3. 2. Attention and behaviour in class will be assessed by teachers using the Attention Rating Scale for Teachers at the end of year 3 | — |
Countries
United Kingdom
Contacts
Public ContactHazel Northcott
Outcome results
None listed