English and Maths Hubs
English Hubs and Maths Hubs are Department for Education-funded programmes that support schools to improve teaching, learning and pupil outcomes through high-quality professional development, specialist guidance and evidence-informed practice.
They work in collaboration with schools to build sustainable improvements in literacy and mathematics, providing access to:
- expert support
- funded programmes
- professional networks
- classroom-focused resources
English and Maths Hubs help educators develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to ensure every child can succeed, by providing tailored support in areas such as:
- reading
- phonics
- early language development
- mathematical fluency
- teaching for mastery
Together, they play a key role in raising standards and strengthening outcomes for pupils across all phases of education.
English Hub
The English Hubs programme continues to expand its support for schools, helping improve outcomes in phonics, early language development, reading fluency, comprehension and reading for pleasure.
This update highlights the wide range of support available to primary and secondary schools, including:
- intensive literacy support
- funding opportunities of up to £6,000
- specialist audits
- professional development programmes
- evidence-informed approaches to reading improvement
This edition also showcases new and enhanced offers for Reception, Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, alongside established programmes such as Reading and Fluency interventions, Early Language Development and Transforming School Reading Culture.
Schools can discover how English Hubs are supporting leaders, teachers and SEND practitioners to build strong foundations in literacy, develop confident readers and create a lasting culture of reading across their communities.
Whether you are seeking targeted support, funding for reading improvement, or professional development to strengthen literacy provision, this update provides an overview of the opportunities available through the English Hubs network for the 2026-27 academic year.
Maths Hub
The Jurassic Maths Hub continues to support schools and colleges across Devon and Dorset, including Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole through the Department for Education-funded programme of professional development.
They help leaders and teachers strengthen mathematics teaching and learning at every phase.
This update highlights a comprehensive range of opportunities designed to:
- develop mathematical understanding
- improve outcomes
- embed evidence-informed practice across classrooms and departments
This edition showcases key programmes for the 2026–27 academic year, including:
- Mastering Number
- Teaching for Mastery
- Specialist Knowledge for Teaching Mathematics (SKTM)
- transition-focused initiatives such as years 5 to 8 continuity
- Securing Foundations at year 7
It also features subject leader communities, professional learning networks, and specialist support for primary, secondary and post-16 education.
The Jurassic Maths Hub offers high-quality professional development and collaborative opportunities to help schools build sustainable improvement in mathematics education throughout the 2026–27 academic year.
They can help you to:
- deepen subject knowledge
- develop leadership capacity
- strengthen mathematical reasoning and fluency
- support learners through key transitions