Multi-Sensory Maths
Educator Training
Self-Paced. Integrated Manipulatives. Explicit Instruction.
Foundations of Maths
LEVEL ONE MATHS EDUCATOR TRAINING
Multiplication and Division
LEVEL TWO MATHS EDUCATOR TRAINING
Focus on
Fractions
LEVEL THREE MATHS EDUCATOR TRAINING
Total Maths Mastery
COMPLETE MATHS EDUCATOR TRAINING: LEVELS ONE, TWO AND THREE
Our approach to teaching maths
We teach educators a research-backed, multi-sensory approach that makes maths clear, engaging, and accessible for all learners.
Multi-Sensory Learning
Students learn best when they can see, hear, and physically engage with concepts. Our approach combines visual, auditory, and hands-on methods
to make maths
clear, concrete, and memorable
.
I-CRAVE Maths Methodology
Our proven I-CRAVE framework moves students through a structured learning sequence, ensuring deep understanding and mastery of each concept.
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Explicit, Step-by-Step Instruction
We teach maths systematically and sequentially, with clear, direct instruction.
Concepts build on each other, so students progress with confidence, not confusion.
Concrete to Abstract Mastery
By starting with hands-on tools (manipulatives) before moving to written work, students develop a strong foundation before tackling abstract maths symbols and problem-solving.
Mastery-Based Learning
Rather than rushing through topics, we focus on true mastery at each stage. Students advance only when they fully understand a concept, building confidence and reducing maths anxiety.
Teaching Maths as a Language
Just like reading, maths has a structure that must be understood step by step. Our approach focuses on patterns, connections, and real-world application, so students truly grasp how maths works.
Reducing Cognitive Load
By using consistent teaching tools and colour-coded manipulatives, we minimise overwhelm and help students focus on learning—not just memorising.
Practical, Real-Life Application
Maths isn’t just numbers on a page—it’s a
critical life skill
. Our lessons integrate
problem-solving, logic, and real-world application
, preparing students for
everyday success
.
The I-CRAVE MATHS Methodology
Our ‘I-CRAVE Maths’ Methodology was developed by Maths Australia CEO & Director, Esther White. It informs everything we offer and systematises the latest pedagogical research to make maths the simplest subject in the world for teachers, assistants and students to understand, master and enjoy.
Click here to read more about I-CRAVE Maths.
Online Courses
Level One: Foundations of Maths
Level Two: Multiplication and Division
Level Three: Fractions, Decimals and Percents
Complete all: Total Maths Mastery
Level One
Foundations of Maths
CONTENT
Topics Covered
1. Introduction to the Pedagogy of Multisensory Maths Instruction
2. 'I-CRAVE Maths' Methodology, Sequential Instruction & the Language Of Maths
3. Counting
4. Place Value
5. Addition
6. Subtraction
7. Telling Time
EXTRAS
Inclusions
- 12 months course access (lifetime access when purchasing all 3 levels)
- Monthly Live Implementation Calls
- CRA Integer Block Kit or Teacher Magnetic Block Kit
(our manipulative for all whole numbers)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PD Hours
- 10 hours approx. of video course content
- 15 hours approx. of practical implementation
(Weekly online Q&A available, resource tasks, etc)
REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites
There are no formal pre-requisites for this training: just a vision to see your students excel in maths; to teach them the way they learn, and in doing so support them to thrive both within and outside of the classroom.
DETAILS
About Level One
Particularly for students with dyscalculia, maths anxiety and learning differences, maths must be taught using hands-on materials and a sequential framework. In our abstract world of teaching mathematical procedures that merely must be memorised, understanding Counting, Place Value, Addition, Subtraction and Time are critical concepts that many students fail to comprehend.
We have all seen that if mastery of these basic concepts continue to evade a student, this shortcoming affects their confidence not only for assessments and exams, but for everyday life applications, as well as future study options and life career choices.
Using specialised Integer Block Kits, in this training you will master how to teach the following easily and effortlessly so that any student can understand these foundational concepts, and so that you as the teacher have full confidence in using these hands-on manipulative tools to explicitly and accurately teach counting, place value, addition, subtraction, time and beyond.
Exclusive access to this knowledge is through a self-directed course with 'live' online monthly group Implementation Sessions through the zoom platform. This model will ensure you achieve understanding and mastery before progressing, and will also provide you with an opportunity to have any questions answered in regards to implementation within your classroom, small groups or one-on-one setting.
Level Two
Multiplication and Division
CONTENT
Topics Covered
MULTIPLICATION:
1. Pedagogy of Multi-sensory Maths Instruction for Multiplication
2. Rectangles, Factors & Products
3. Commutative Property
4. Single-Digit Multiplication
5. Skip Counting
6. Area of square and rectangle
7. Multi-Digit Multiplication
DIVISION:
1. Introduction to Division
2. Rectangles, Factors & Products
3. Single-Digit Division
4. Multi-Digit Division
EXTRAS
Inclusions
- 12 months course access (lifetime access when purchasing all 3 levels)
- Monthly Live Implementation Calls
- CRA Integer Block Kit or Teacher Magnetic Block Kit
(our manipulative for all whole numbers)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PD Hours
- 10 hours approx. of video course content
- 15 hours approx. of practical implementation
(Weekly online Q&A available, resource tasks, etc)
REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites
We strongly recommend prior completion of our 'Level One' training. There are no other prerequisites for this training.
DETAILS
About Level Two
As a natural progression from our Foundations of Maths training, we continue sequentially to mastery of multiplication and division of whole numbers.
Using hands-on, multi-sensory tools, you will understand how to teach your students the more complex maths equations using simple and effective strategies. Multiplication is simply "fast adding" and division of whole numbers can be taught easily when you lay the foundations properly.
By following step-by-step instruction throughout the training, you will understand the importance of beginning every lesson with concrete/ hands-on understanding before progressing through representational to an abstract understanding of maths.
This is a massive leap forward in maths education. Your students will be inspired and engaged! Perfect for teachers and intervention specialists with primary school or high school students requiring general maths instruction, individualised support or intervention.
Level Three
Fractions, Decimals & Percents
CONTENT
Topics Covered
FRACTIONS:
1. Pedagogy of Multisensory Maths Instruction
2 . The Language Of Fractions
3. Fraction of a Number and of One
4. Addition and Subtraction of Fractions
5. Equivalent Fractions 6. Multiplication and Division of Fractions
DECIMALS & PERCENTS:
1. Introduction to Decimals & Percents as special fractions
2. Addition of Decimal Numbers
3. Subtraction of Decimal Numbers
4. Transforming Fraction to Decimal to Percent
5. Application - Money & Measurement
EXTRAS
Inclusions
- 12 months course access (lifetime access when purchasing all 3 levels)
- Monthly Live Implementation Calls
- CRA Multi-Sensory Advanced Kit
(our manipulative for for extending a student's understanding beyond whole numbers)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PD Hours
- 10 hours approx. of video course content
- 15 hours approx. of practical implementation
(Weekly online Q&A available, resource tasks, etc)
REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites
We strongly recommend prior completion of our 'Level One and Level Two' training. There are no other prerequisites for this training.
DETAILS
About Level Three
As a natural progression from our Foundations of Maths training and Multiplication & Division training, we continue sequentially to mastery of Fractions.
So many of our students struggle when it comes to understanding fractions, decimals and percents. We tend to focus on teaching procedures to calculate answers, only to find that mastery of these concepts continue to evade a student. This shortcoming affects their confidence not only for assessments and exams, but for everyday life applications, as well as future study options and life career choices.
You've likely tried teaching fractions with pie graphs and slices of pizza, only to find it ineffective. The student doesn't understand the concept because they have no tactile understanding of how to divide and decimalise a number. Using our specific multi-sensory approach, hands-on Advanced Kit and I-CRAVE Maths Methodology, students can confidently and easily learn fractions and beyond!
All Levels
Total Maths Mastery
DETAILS
About the complete program
Total Maths Mastery is for professionals who desire to become multi-sensory maths specialists; for those that understand the importance of explicit, direct instruction and well-taught lessons; that have what it takes to make a lasting impact in their schools and communities through understanding dyscalculia, maths anxiety and learning differences of both neuro-diverse and neuro-typical students that informs effective maths instruction.
Using just two sets of hands-on teaching tools (manipulatives) and covering the pedagogy of multi-sensory maths instruction, counting, place value, addition, subtraction, telling time, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals and percents, you will be amazed at how simple maths can be - and is - when taught using all senses.
We guarantee you will walk away from this comprehensive training and mentorship with absolute confidence in how to teach maths the way students learn, and the resources to ensure you can implement what you've learnt in your practice.
Note: this training forms the foundation of our upcoming 'Multi-sensory Maths Specialist Accreditation Program'. See more information below.
CONTENT
Topics Covered
Comprehensive and Explicit Instruction
- Counting, Place Value, Addition, Subtraction, Telling Time, Multiplication, Division, Fractions, Decimals, Percents through online self-paced and self-directed modules and weekly live implementation sessions
EXTRAS
Inclusions
- 12 months course access (lifetime access when purchasing all 3 levels)
- Monthly Live Implementation Calls
- CRA Integer Block Kit
(our manipulative for all whole numbers)
- Teacher Magnetic Block Kit
- CRA Multi-Sensory Advanced Kit
(our manipulative for for extending a student's understanding beyond whole numbers)
- Extensive Instruction materials and student resources
- Downloadable- hard copy manual for each of the three modules
Complete set of Multi-sensory Manipulatives & Tools:
- 1 x Teacher Magnetic Block Kit + coloured markers
- 1 x CRA Maths Integer Block Kit + coloured pencils
- 1 x CRA Advanced Kit
- Priority access to meetings with Esther White
- Accreditation Pathway available (additional fee payable)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PD Hours
- 10 hours approx. of video course content
- 15 hours approx. of practical implementation
(Weekly online Q&A available, resource tasks, etc)
REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites
We strongly recommend prior completion of our 'Level One and Level Two' training. There are no other prerequisites for this training.
Investment Options
Choose the option that best fits your professional journey.
Additional discount available for schools / organisations with multiple enrolments.
One Level
Begin or extend your multi-sensory maths journey by completing one comprehensive training course, focusing on explicit teaching skills and mastery of key concepts.
$950
Inclusions:
- One Multi-Sensory Maths Course Level
- 12 months online course access (self paced)
- One Manipulative Kit (relevant to the course)
- Monthly Live Implementation Calls
Two Levels
Expand your expertise in explicit,
multi-sensory maths instruction by completing two comprehensive training courses focused on essential mastery areas.
$1700
Inclusions:
- Two Multi-Sensory Maths Course Levels
- 24 months online course access (self paced)
- Two Manipulative Kits (relevant to the course)
- Monthly Live Implementation Calls
Total Maths Mastery
Comprehensive, multi-sensory training in explicit maths instruction, equipping you to bring pedagogy into practise and transform maths outcomes at every level.
$2950
Inclusions:
- Three Multi-Sensory Maths Course Levels
- Lifetime access to all courses
---Foundations of Maths
---Multiplication and Division
---Fractions, Decimals and Percents
- Three Manipulative Kits
---Integer Block Kit
---Magnetic Integer Block Kit
---Advanced Kit
- Monthly Live Implementation Calls
- CRA Colour Coded Pencils
- CRA Colour Coded Whiteboard Markers
- Implementation Resources
- Free Access to in-person events
- Completion Certificate
- Priority access to Esther White
- Accreditation Pathway available
The I-CRAVE MATHS Methodology
Our ‘I-CRAVE Maths’ Methodology was developed by Maths Australia CEO & Director, Esther White. It informs everything we offer and systematises the latest pedagogical research to make maths the simplest subject in the world for teachers, assistants and students to understand, master and enjoy.
I = IDENTIFY
To offer effective instruction, you must know the student's current level of mastery. Through a sequential series of simple-to-use assessments, you'll identify the foundations that are - or are not - in place for us to build upon and hence where to begin.
C = CONCRETE
Every lesson begins with accurate demonstrations using the relevant hands-on manipulative tool (integer blocks or advanced kit) to build rectangles and create understanding for application in real life.
R = REPRESENTATIONAL
The student draws their own proportionately accurate representation of what they have just built. Much like a dog could look more like a dinosaur if the proportions are inaccurate, so too representations in base ten be accurate (e.g. no bundles)
A = ABSTRACT
Show the symbols and teach the rules of the language of maths accurately. With understanding from the concrete and representational stages, the student can both encode and decode with confidence and ease.
V = VERBAL
Consistently engage the student in dialogue to enhance their learning and to check whether your teaching has been clear and accurate. Have the student teach the lesson back to you to check for understanding.
E = EXPLICIT
Explicit Instruction refers to that which is clear, accurate, precise and transferable. Ensuring absolute congruency between the models used, the representations drawn, the squiggles written and the verbal instructions given for application in everyday life.
Accreditation Pathway
The Maths Australia Accreditation Pathway is a structured program designed for educators who want to master and demonstrate their expertise in multi-sensory, explicit maths instruction.
This accreditation provides a clear, practical pathway for teachers, tutors, and intervention specialists to become qualified in the I-CRAVE Maths Methodology.
Participants will complete comprehensive training and submit assessments that showcase their ability to implement concrete, representational, and abstract teaching strategies effectively. Upon successful completion, educators will receive official Maths Australia certification, equipping them with the skills and recognition to confidently support students in mastering numeracy.
To apply, email [email protected]
Testimonials
'The training I have received through Maths Australia and the Total maths Mastery package has been invaluable! I wish I had this knowledge from 20+ years ago when I did teacher training. I feel so much more confident in teaching mathematics from primary to secondary level.
The training helped me to learn the language of maths, to see clear demonstrations of how to teach lessons with the integer blocks, to try the methods myself, discuss what I was learning with colleagues and ask questions of an expert.
I was able to apply what I learned right away with my students, and if I had a query after the training about how to teach a particular concept, the Maths Australia team has always been quick to lend assistance.
I have recommended Maths Australia to both teaching colleagues and home school parents and I will continue to do so!'
Christa Forsyth // Specialist Intervention Teacher
Daybreak Learning, New South Wales
I’ve just completed ‘Foundations of Maths’ Online Training Course. I’m so excited about teaching maths as a language and using your CRA manipulatives!
Finally, a pedagogy is explained and demonstrated that is systematic and that teachers can make sense of in mathematics – thank you!!
R Parella, Leader in Numeracy
St Joseph's School Payneham, South Australia
We have had such outstanding success in using the Maths Australia program once our Teacher Aides were trained by Esther White of Maths Australia.
Just four weeks into explicit instruction, our Year 4 student who was previously unable to say numbers, is now fluent in identifying each number and is gaining confidence and enjoyment of maths.
It is fantastic to see these results from teaching maths explicitly with such a wonderful manipulative.
Terri Nesbit-Foster
Head of Learning Enrichment, St. Joseph's Nudgee Junior College
At Djidi Djidi Aboriginal School, we are seeing fantastic results with using the Maths Australia program, and the children are all loving learning hands-on.
It's simple to teach and the consistency of the colours and numbers is helping kids who otherwise may never have understood maths at all.
Rachel
Teacher, Djidi Djidi Aboriginal School
Meet your Facilitator
ESTHER WHITE,
CEO & Founder, Maths Australia
Leading Multi-sensory Maths Specialist, Developer of 'I-CRAVE Maths' Methodology, Dyscalculia Specialist (DUK) and TEDx Speaker
As a Leading Multi-sensory Maths Specialist, Dyscalculia Specialist (DUK), and CEO of Maths Australia, Esther’s passion is for every Australian child to be empowered in life through a strong foundation in maths.
Esther is proud to present a research and evidence-based approach to effective maths mastery. Along with comprehensive training and an integrated numeracy program, Esther's expertise is in teaching to all learning styles and equipping teachers with her simple-to-follow and hands-on I-CRAVE Maths methodology.
Her warmth and vision are palpable as she shares with you from her own 24+ years of experience in teaching and sharing effective strategies and proven systems for maths mastery.
Looking for a custom solution?
We can tailor training and accreditation pathways to suit your school or organisation’s specific needs.
Contact us to discuss your goals and how we can support your team in mastering effective maths instruction.
The program supports systematic, explicit instruction that teaches mastery through multi-sensory learning.
This is a brilliant way for students to learn maths especially for students with learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia.
Suzie Andric
Teacher - Home Educator
Dyslexia, Dyscalculia
As a former High School Mathematics teacher and longtime maths tutor, I could see straight away the benefits of the Maths Australia method. A true benefit is 'seeing' the maths in action with the blocks - really helps students understand the concepts.
Teaching students the basics really sets them up to understand mathematics and it builds their understanding and confidence as they move through each level.
Maths Australia teaches the why before the how - I even find myself blown away sometimes when I see something that I never knew the why of what we did, I just knew how to do it (I learnt a formula). Forever grateful.
Kim Hol, Tutor
ex High School Teacher
Esther’s Professional Development session left me feeling refreshed, inspired, and eager to embark on this new chapter in my teaching career.
The resources, thought-provoking insights, and practical strategies she shared gave me the tools and confidence I need to transform my classroom into a vibrant hub of maths exploration!
Thank you, Esther, it was a fantastic day of development and learning.
Jade Leggett // Learning Specialist,
Nepean School, Seaford Victoria
Our teacher for the older students, has been wondering how the foundations would be relevant for her students.
She appreciated you walking her through how the 'Foundations of Maths' impact understanding of larger numbers, multiplication and fractions.
That was the first time I saw her really excited about teaching maths in a sequential and multi-sensory way.
I believe your expertise and willingness to teach what our staff needed was key and face to face is just great.
Rachel Herweynen, School Principal Gawa Christian School, Elcho Island, NT
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