Daisy Education rolls out maths platform

A North East education technology company is rolling out a new digital tool designed to help primary school pupils improve their maths skills.

Gateshead-headquartered Daisy Education, formerly known as Reading Solutions UK, has launched DreamBox Maths in the UK. 

Already used in North America, the adaptive programme has been shown to accelerate pupil progress by an average of 58 per cent with consistent use.

The new platform builds on Daisy Education’s established literacy offer, DreamBox Reading Plus, which has supported schools for more than a decade. 

With both programmes now available, bosses say Daisy Education will aim to strengthen outcomes across literacy and numeracy, equipping teachers with real-time data and tailored support.

Ian Fitzpatrick, managing director at Daisy Education, said: “For over a decade we’ve helped schools improve reading skills and confidence with DreamBox Reading Plus. 

“Now, with DreamBox Maths, we’re bringing that same evidence-based approach to numeracy,  combining real-time adaptivity with engaging content to build secure fluency, problem solving and independence.

“Our new name, Daisy Education, reflects our broader purpose and belief that every child can blossom when given the right tools and support. 

“We’re thrilled to bring DreamBox Maths to the UK for the first time and to partner with schools to improve outcomes in maths, without adding to teacher workload.

“DreamBox Reading Plus remains a core pillar of our work, and the same passionate team will continue supporting schools day-to-day. 

“We’re the same people, just with a wider mission to help schools deliver both reading and maths success, backed by the insight teachers need and the independence pupils deserve.”

DreamBox Maths uses hyper-adaptive technology to respond to how children solve problems, providing in-the-moment feedback and personalised learning journeys. 

Features include digital manipulatives, visual models, guided practice and live dashboards for teachers to identify misconceptions quickly.

Its arrival comes as new data reveals that more than a quarter of pupils leave primary school below expected levels in maths, while low confidence remains a challenge for many learners. 

By meeting pupils at their stage of learning, the programme is designed to build both mathematical fluency and resilience.

Natalie Perry, maths lead at Reid Street Primary School, was quick to praise the effectiveness of DreamBox Maths.

She added: “A lot of schools are saying that a lack of money and not enough teaching assistants means trying to get interventions done can be really difficult. 

“This programme is something that the children can access independently and that gives us that feedback, which is really what we need.

“The maths curriculum is so intense and there's so much to cover. 

“This programme will help to fill any gaps, making teachers' jobs a little bit easier.” 

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