We've upgraded Soundcheck based on direct feedback from teachers like you, to support preparation for the Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) and to give you deeper insights into student readiness.
See what's new:
Read all about the changes:
Helping students feel confident and prepared:
We’ve built a new MTC Mode for Soundcheck that closely mirrors the official Multiplication Tables Check experience. When switched on:
Students still see the same Soundcheck button on their dashboard (this does not change).
Soundcheck will mirror the real MTC check, including a black-and-white screen and a fixed keypad layout (1,2,3 at the top.)
Correct answers will be shown at the end, helping students stay focused.
Access arrangements (if enabled) allow students to practise using the same format they’ll experience in the real MTC.
The changes will apply to Soundcheck games on both web and app.
How to turn MTC Mode (and access arrangements) on and off:
You decide which students have MTC Mode switched on, and you can change this at any time. It’s not automatically tied to a student’s year group — you’re in control.
Click Stats > Choose your class
Click Soundcheck
Click MTC Mode Controls as shown:
Turn MTC Mode on using the toggle. To add access arrangements (pause between questions) ensure both toggles are turned on.
In the example above, both students have MTC Mode switched on, but only Ben will have a pause between each question, requiring him to click "Next Question" to move on.
Tip 1: The Access Arrangements setting affects both Soundcheck (if in MTC Mode) and the OUMTC. So, you only need to set the setting once, to enable access arrangements in both Soundcheck, and the OUMTC.
Tip 2: You can use MTC Mode to support more than just Year 4:
Year 3: If you begin MTC prep in your summer term, switch on MTC Mode to help students build familiarity with the test.
Year 5 & 6: Turn on MTC Mode to support assessment of fluency retention by comparing scores with Year 4 MTC outcomes.
Important: If you have enrolled in the OUMTC, we will automatically switch MTC Mode on for students currently set as Year 4 on 23rd February to help them practice for the next OUMTC.
If you prefer that they see the original version of Soundcheck, simply visit the MTC Mode Controls area of Soundcheck on the 23rd February and toggle it off.
Enhanced Soundcheck Stats - Targeted support, not guesswork:
Enhanced stats give you a live view of MTC readiness. You can quickly see which students need support now, and which are on track, without waiting for the next set of OUMTC data.
Click Stats > Choose your class
Click Soundcheck
NEW! See MTC readiness:
Score trend - Each student will be labelled based on their score trend within your chosen time period. Students in orange or red may need extra support:
NEW! Get a more timely picture:
Date filter - Use the new date filter to track progress over weeks or across terms, helping you check whether interventions are working and which students are on track or need a check-in.*
New headline stat - View the percentage of students scoring 25/25 in the latest game.*
*These features are only available with the Stats bolt-on.
NEW! Quickly see what might be an underlying issue:
View average speed - Use the new average speed column to identify students with low score paired with fast speed. Encourage them slow down their pace for greater accuracy.
"LOVE the new improved stats area and it is reassuring that some are already MTC ready! Had great delight showing this to our maths lead and Y4 teacher." Gail Barker, Sheringham Community Primary School
NEW! See which facts are tripping up your students:
Soundcheck game log - Click a student's name in the table to view a list of every completed game and a question-by-question breakdown.
NEW! Download all Soundcheck Results
You can now export all individual and class Soundcheck scores into one, easy-to-read spreadsheet.
Go to Stats in the left menu.
Select your class.
Click the Soundcheck tab.
At the top of the student table click "Export Data".
The exported file will include:
Tab 1 - Overview of class performance.
Tab 2 - List of all Soundcheck games completed in time period.
Tab 3 onwards - Student-by-student lists of Soundcheck games completed in time period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do students who move into Year 4 get MTC Mode automatically?
Do students who move into Year 4 get MTC Mode automatically?
Yes, if your school is enrolled in the OUMTC. But you can always turn MTC Mode off if you prefer Year 4 students to see the default version of Soundcheck. Just visit the Soundcheck tab in the Stats area and click "MTC Mode Controls"
Can I turn MTC Mode on for Year 3 or Year 5 students?
Can I turn MTC Mode on for Year 3 or Year 5 students?
Yes! You can turn it on for any student or class whenever you want. Just visit the Soundcheck tab in the Stats area and click "MTC Mode Controls"
And that's a wrap folks! 👋
If you have any questions about these updates, don't hesitate to contact support@mathscircle.com and we'll be here to help!
Rock on! 🎸😀
