This executive summary accompanies the report, "Multiplying Skills, Adding Value. Numeracy and Mathematics for Scotland's Learners: A Thematic Inspection." The report reviews current practice in numeracy and mathematics. It contains advice and guidance around what is working well, as well as important areas for discussion and further development. The report is intended to promote improvements in Scottish education by using the findings of inspection to stimulate reflection and professional dialogue and act as a stimulus for ongoing professional learning. Her Majesty's (HM) Inspectors visited 40 establishments from the early learning and childcare, primary, secondary and special sectors across Scotland's 32 local authorities between January and June 2019. They observed learning at first-hand, reviewed documentation and spoke with a range of stakeholders. HM Inspectors gathered evidence and evaluated progress in the following aspects: (1) Curriculum: the effectiveness of the numeracy and mathematics curriculum in meeting the needs of all learners; (2) Learning and teaching: the quality of learning and teaching in numeracy and mathematics; and (3) Attainment and achievement: the effectiveness of raising the attainment and achievements of all learners in numeracy and mathematics. HM Inspectors also explored specific key factors including themes of leadership and improvement planning. This report provides the professional view of HM Inspectors, drawing on the findings from these visits along with evidence from recent inspections. [For "Multiplying Skills, Adding Value. Numeracy and Mathematics for Scotland's Learners: A Thematic Inspection. Full Report," see ED608956.]