Intent - What are we trying to achieve?

• For our children to become confident, competent and independent mathematicians
• To build a deep, conceptual understanding of maths so that children can apply their learning in different contexts
• For our children to develop their ability to articulate, discuss and explain their thinking using appropriate mathematical vocabulary
• To deliver an inspiring and engaging curriculum which sparks curiosity and problem solving skills
• To deliver a high quality maths curriculum that is both challenging and enjoyable
• To ensure that our children understand that maths is essential  to everyday life and that they are confident and resilient mathematicians who are not afraid to take risks

Implementation - How is our vision translated into practice?

• We have devised our own scheme of work based on the EYFS and national curriculum KS1 aims including White Rose resources.  This provides many opportunities to overlearn key concepts so they can be retained in long term memory
• Developing pupils conceptual understanding of mathematics by using concrete objects, pictorial representations and abstract thinking (CPA approach)
• Addressing common misconceptions, vocabulary and commands, and prompt children to think critically about problems in daily lessons and weekly Fix-it times
• Making a coherent learning journey through the national curriculum and each year group following a medium-term plan where small, cumulative steps build a solid foundation of deep mathematical understanding
• Using strategies such as My Turn, Your Turn, modelling and scaffolding
• Using formative assessment to inform teaching, as well as intervention, to support and enable the success of each child
• Differentiating through concrete materials and the reliance on the representations within a lesson
• Carefully designing varied tasks to build fluency and understanding of mathematical concepts
• Discussing the children's attainment and progress in Pupil Progress meetings.  Where progress is not as rapid as we would expect support is immediate e.g. 5 minute box and small group work
• Questioning precisely in class to check conceptual and procedural knowledge
• Giving feedback in the moment in line with our marking policy
• Providing opportunities to develop fluency skills and reasoning in every lesson
• Explicitly teaching mathematical vocabulary and using stem sentences to support and encourage all children to communicate their ideas
• We have explicit weekly and medium-term planning that is responsive to children's needs.  It is sequential, ensuring that knowledge and skills are embedded in the children's long-term memory.  Repetition and modelling are key elements to planning.  Key vocabulary is reinforced to enable children to build up the appropriate responses in discussion work and practical activities
• Providing home learning opportunities such as Mathshed and tasks on Google Classroom
• Learning outside of the classroom with weekly active Maths PE sessions in the hall

Impact - What is the impact of our curriculum?

• Our children are happy and enthusiastic mathematicians
• The impact of mastery and the emphasis on accurate use of mathematical language is evident during class discussions
• Our children show a high level of pride in presentation and understanding of their work
• Our children demonstrate increasing recall of facts and procedures
• Our children confidently use concrete resources and pictorial representations to take on mathematical challenges
• Our children have developed confidence and mental fluency with numbers, counting and place value including working with numerals, words and the four operations
• Our children apply mathematical skills across different areas of the curriculum
• Our children understand the importance of maths in the real world and how it can be used to support their full potential
• Children are supported immediately and make progress from their starting points
• Children are not afraid of maths and learning new concepts

We pride ourselves on being Mathematicians and always trying to win the school ‘Matty Mathletics’ trophy.

We teach mathematics every day and use a wide range of concrete resources, pictorial representations, and abstract methods to consolidate a concept.  

Learning is most effective when it is fun, stimulating and used in a real life context.  

Below are links to support your child at home.