Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down with a special guest from Times Tales to talk about something very close to my heart — not just how we teach maths, but how we can offer real maths learning support that helps every child understand, thrive, and feel confident.
In this interview (watch the full video below), we explored what’s really going on when learners struggle with maths, and why the solution is rarely just “more practice.” Whether your child is struggling, confused or anxious, this conversation unpacks some powerful insights to help maths make more sense. ✨
💡 Why So Many Learners Get Stuck in Maths
One of the first topics we discussed was the most common culprit behind maths struggles in primary school:
"A child doesn’t know their times tables!"
Here’s the truth ➡️ Often, it’s not effort that’s lacking — it’s underlying gaps in understanding.
From my experience:
- Many learners memorise without meaning, especially in the primary school years. This pressure to memorise is particularly difficult for those learners who battle to remember facts.
- Maths gets layered year after year, so missing just a few core skills can cause everything else to wobble.
- Learners start losing confidence and then avoid maths — reinforcing the struggle cycle. 😞
🔍 The Problem with "One-Size-Fits-All" Maths
Understanding the Challenges of Maths Learning Support in Primary School
We also unpacked the reality that classroom teaching, while structured, doesn’t always meet every child’s needs:
- Some children need visual or story-based strategies, not just abstract methods.
- Others benefit from real-life connections that make maths feel relevant.
- And some need to rebuild core foundations before they can move forward confidently.
This is exactly where Times Tales steps in.
🧩 Supporting Multiplication Mastery with Maths Learning Support
Multiplication Facts: Beyond Rote Learning with Times Tales
We also dove into multiplication – and how programmes like Times Tales help learners move away from rote memorisation and toward strategies that make facts stick through visual stories and associations.
I love this approach because it mirrors our ethos at AllMaths:
📌 Make it meaningful. Make it memorable. Make it manageable.
📺 Watch the Full Interview Below
🎯 Help Your Child Master Multiplication — the Smarter Way
Times Tales is a fun, visual programme that helps children learn their times tables quickly — using memory hooks and storytelling instead of drilling and frustration.
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🚀 Still Need a Little More Maths Support?
Whether your child is in early primary or heading toward exams, there’s always a way to make maths feel more manageable and meaningful — and you don’t have to figure it out alone.
At AllMaths, we offer more than just lessons:
- ✅ An untimed online maths assessment to identify gaps and strengths
- ✅ Personalised coaching for learners who need extra support
- ✅ Guidance for choosing the right curriculum — especially if you're unsure what fits best
💡 Sometimes all it takes is a fresh approach, the right tools, and a little guidance.
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Let’s rethink maths together — in a way that works for your child. 💬