Time to Count
A numeracy support programme for children in 3rd class which aims to:
- Build children’s confidence around numbers.
- Foster children’s enjoyment around numbers.
- To reinforce children’s conceptual understanding of numbers.
- Support flexibility and perseverance in solving problems.
What:
Volunteers play numeracy games with small groups of children for 40 minutes once a week for 10 weeks.
How:
Volunteers are paired with a buddy, each volunteer participates for one block of 5 weeks.
Who:
8-14 volunteers who enjoy maths and boardgames.
Training and session plans provided to all volunteers along with ongoing support from a dedicated BITCI Co-ordinator.
"It was a great experience going into the school each week. It is wonderful to see the children having fun. It is also great way of getting to know work colleagues outside of the work environment.”
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"Children saw Maths as fun as distinct from learning it from a book. The social aspect is great for the children too, the turn taking, compromise and interactions with the volunteers make for a well rounded experience.”
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The Time to Count programme is funded by An Post and Dormant Accounts Funding administered by the Department of Education which enables us to expand and develop the programme.
