Strengthen Grade 6 foundations before Year 7 begins.
Starting Year 7 is a big step. New teachers, new routines and maths that can move quickly from the very first weeks.
The Year 7 Maths Ready Program gives your child the chance to revisit and strengthen the key maths skills, concepts and ideas from Grade 6—before they begin secondary school. We also offer Summer Maths Confidence Sessions for other grade levels.
Rather than arriving unsure or trying to catch up, students can start the year already familiar with the foundations they will need for Year 7 maths.
How does the Year 7 Maths Ready Program work?
Children attend one session each week in an ability-matched group, where they will revisit and consolidate key maths skills from the year in a supportive, hands-on environment.
We will focus on important skills including number, calculations, fractions, decimals,
percentages and problem-solving, helping students make sense of their learning and build confidence along the way.
Each session is led by Kristy an experienced educator who is dedicated to fostering a positive learning atmosphere. Tailored support will address individual areas of difficulty, making sure no child is left behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a group be too much for my anxious child?
We understand that joining a group can feel overwhelming for a child who already finds maths challenging. That’s why we keep our groups small, with a maximum of six children, creating a supportive, low-pressure environment where everyone has the opportunity to participate.
Sessions focus on practical, hands-on activities using concrete materials and visual strategies to make maths easier to understand. There’s no pressure to be the fastest, get every answer right or compete with others. Instead, children are encouraged to ask questions, explore different strategies and learn from mistakes.
With just six children in a group, your child can receive guidance while benefiting from learning alongside others who may share similar struggles.
Our goal is for your child to leave each session feeling supported, capable and more confident than when they arrived.
My child has a diagnosis. Is this program right for them?
Our program is designed with children who experience maths difficulties in mind, including those with dyscalculia, learning difficulties and maths anxiety.
We use hands-on materials, visual supports and step-by-step strategies to help children develop a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts, rather than relying on memorisation or endless worksheets.
Every child is different, so we encourage you to get in touch before enrolling. We can discuss your child’s learning needs, confidence levels and support requirements to help determine whether a group setting is the right fit.
How long does the program run for?
The program runs for four weeks, with one one-hour session each week.
Each session provides opportunities to revisit important maths concepts, practise useful strategies and strengthen foundational skills through guided, hands-on activities.
The program is held in Coburg North, with groups available for Grade 6 children moving on to secondary school in 2027.
Four weeks provides a focused opportunity to build understanding and confidence without overwhelming your child. Small steps can make a big difference!
How much does the program cost?
The full four-week program costs $240 + GST per child.
This includes all four one-hour group sessions, with a maximum of six children (minimum of 3 children) per group.
That’s $60 + GST per session for practical, targeted maths support in a small-group setting.
Paired sessions cost $360 + GST for four one-hour sessions. Contact us to organise a suitable match.
Rather than paying for ongoing tutoring, your child can benefit from a focused four-week program designed to strengthen their maths foundations and help them feel more confident about learning.
Program at a glance
- Duration: Four weeks
- Dates:
- 10:30am on Monday 4th of January
- 10:30am on Monday 11th of January
- 10:30am on Monday 18th of January
- 1:30pm on Wed 27th of January
- Session length: One hour per week
- Group size: Maximum of six children (minimum 3 children)
- Year levels: Grade 6 in 2026 moving on to Year 7 in 2027
- Location: Coburg North
- Investment: $240 + GST for the complete program
What others have said
“My 12 year old daughter, who has a diagnosis of dyscalculia and significant delays with maths, has been receiving specialist tutoring with Kristy at Forging Roots. Kristy is an incredibly supportive and effective teacher who is also kind and patient. She tailors maths lessons to match the school curriculum and specifically aligns this with my daughter’s needs and learning style. In quite a short time I have seen my daughter transition from being highly anxious and fearful of maths to being more confident and capable. Kristy combines creative and multi sensory ways of teaching maths which makes it enjoyable and engaging for kids like my daughter. Our daughter also had ADHD and benefits from hands on learning and movement within sessions and for breaks. Kristy’s model of teaching is very effective for kids with learning difficulties and neurodiversity – I feel incredibly grateful we found Kristy at Forging Roots and can’t recommend her services highly enough“.
“Kristy has been fantastic for our child who requires additional tutoring in numeracy. They have been working with Kristy for 12 months online and during that time Kristy has been able to focus on fundamental skills that require development at a pace that suits our child’s needs. Kristy is very personable and creates a positive learning environment, using manipulatives and visuals which are important for grasping concepts. She works on areas the classroom is focusing on and spends additional time on areas of need based on school reports and her own assessments. Our child is happy to attend the sessions and finishes sessions feeling confident to use the skills they are gaining that work for them in the classroom. We could not recommend Kristy more highly for students that require additional help.”
“Kristy somehow makes maths fun and less scary for my son which has been a huge relief, he actually enjoys the sessions! I’ve noticed his confidence grow, he no longer acts defeated when presented with a math problem but rather, thinks logically on how to approach it. He’s making rational assessments rather than emotional ones and since it’s only been a short while we’ve been seeing Kristy I can definitely give my full recommendation.”
This is not about putting pressure on children to race ahead. It is about giving them a calm, supported head start, so they can begin Year 7 feeling prepared, capable and ready to participate.
Give your child a stronger start to Year 7. Enrolments are now open.
Enquire now at admin@forgingrootseducation.com