Developing mathematical ability in primary school through a ‘pull-out’ programme: a case study

Abstract

This article reports the findings of a case study which examined a pull-out strategy for provision for mathematically able children in a primary school in London. The research investigated how the needs of a group of pupils, identified as able mathematicians, were being met through a special small group that works outside the regular mathematics lessons. Based on the observations of the lessons and the semi-structured interviews with both the pupils and their teacher, this article presents some interesting and useful ways for teaching mathematics to able children through small, pulled-out classes.

Keywords:

• primary education
• gifted children
• mathematics learning
• provision
• ability grouping