Malawi Ministry of Education Addresses Delay in Standard 1–4 Mathematics Materials for Term 2

 The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) of Malawi has addressed potential delays in the delivery of Teaching and Learning Materials (TLMs) for Standard 1–4 mathematics for Term 2. This guidance aims to support teachers and schools in maintaining continuity of learning despite the delay.

The distribution of mathematics teacher guides and learner workbooks was scheduled to be completed by 5 January 2026. Some schools, however, may not receive these materials on time. To ensure students continue learning effectively, the Ministry has provided specific recommendations for lesson planning during this period.

Teachers are advised to revise critical topics from Term 1, particularly place value, addition, and subtraction. These topics form the foundation for Term 2 learning and are essential for building students’ numeracy skills. Teachers should use the assessment guidance at the end of Term 1 teacher guides to structure lessons and identify areas needing further revision.

Assessments should be broken into sections rather than completed all at once. Teachers should stop at areas where students struggle, re-teach the concept, and continue with the next section. All exercises should be completed in students’ exercise books to ensure active participation and understanding.

Head teachers and section heads are responsible for ensuring teachers follow the recommended approach. The Ministry has also advised ignoring any Standard 1–4 mathematics schemes circulating on social media, as these may not reflect official guidance.

MoEST confirmed its commitment to delivering all required teaching and learning materials to schools in a timely manner to support improved mathematics outcomes. For further information, teachers and administrators may contact Patrick Mandalawe on 0995 602 435 or Emmanuel Chaguzika on 0888 61 93 27.

By following these recommendations, schools can maintain learning continuity, strengthen foundational numeracy, and minimize disruptions caused by delays in TLM delivery.