Maths

Intent:
-For all pupils to become fluent in the fundamentals of Mathematics.
-For pupils to be able to reason mathematically, with increasing accuracy in their use of mathematical vocabulary.
-For pupils to be able to solve problems by applying their mathematics to a variety of challenges in a flexible and efficient manner.
-That all pupils and staff adhere to the belief that by working hard, all children can succeed in Mathematics.
-For pupils to be given the opportunity to apply their learning in Maths lessons to other subject areas, such as Science, and in doing so to develop an understanding that Maths is essential to everyday life.

• For pupils to develop a ‘can-do’ attitude towards Mathematics and an enjoyment of the subject

Implementation:
-Maths lessons are taught on a daily basis.
-Children are taught in mixed ability groups.
-As a school, we follow the White Rose Maths Scheme. Years 1 and 2 follow the long-term plan for the sequence of Learning set out in the White Rose Maths Scheme, ensuring there is complete coverage of the national curriculum by the end of the key stage. Children in both Foundation Stages 1 and 2 have specific Maths learning planned around and supported by The Early Years Foundation Stage Profile, Development Matters and Birth to 5 Matters documents and opportunities to revisit and develop this through continuous provision and purposeful play. In Foundation Stage 2 NCETM Mastery Documents are also used to plan purposeful, well-directed teaching and learning opportunities for all children. Whilst Space, Shape and Measure has been removed from the Early Learning Goals, these are still delivered through both specific learning sessions and access to independent activities.
-Within each unit of learning, small steps are carefully planned by the class teacher; this is primarily done with the support of the White Rose Scheme, but also, when appropriate, supplemented with other resources.
-For each unit of work, class teachers consider the part it plays in the bigger learning journey, making links between prior learning that has taken place and sharing this learning journey with the pupils.
-All Maths classes move through the learning journey together, with teachers making the decision about when to move learning on based on the pupils’ readiness to progress.

-Maths fluency is developed by using NCETM Maths Mastery sessions which are delivered daily in addition to the White Rose scheme of learning in Years 1 and 2.

-Formative and summative assessments are used to identify pupil progress and any gaps in knowledge.
-Interventions, planned by the class teacher, are provided to those pupils who require extra support.
-Those pupils who quickly grasp concepts are given the opportunity to study them in greater depth.
-Children are given the opportunity to apply skills learnt in Maths lessons to other subjects, such as Science.
-To develop pupils’ fluency in arithmetic strategies and additive and multiplicative facts, we use a range of strategies both in class and at home, including the use of rekenreks, manipulatives, stem sentences developed by the NCETM and the TTRockstars and Numbots online resources.
-To develop reasoning and problem-solving skills, pupils are exposed to questions on a daily basis in Maths lessons. A blend of teacher led, paired and independent work gives pupils the opportunity to build confidence when reasoning and problem solving.
-Teachers model the use of precise mathematical vocabulary, with the expectation that pupils also become more confident and accurate in their use of mathematical vocabulary.

-Children’s learning is evidenced through Maths books in Years 1 and 2 and through Tapestry observations in the Foundation Stages.

Impact:
-Regular and meaningful assessment takes place in the form of daily Assessment for Learning strategies, End of Block assessments (Years 1 and 2) termly NFER assessments (Year 2) and the end of Key Stage SATs test (Year 2) to monitor progress and inform future interventions/support.
-Pupils become resilient, fluent mathematicians who are able to apply their knowledge and understanding to different problems and contexts.
-Children will develop a lifelong enjoyment of mathematics.

• Oxford Owl includes a range of activities, top tips and eBooks to help your child with their maths at home.

http://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/maths-owl/maths

• Maths 4 Mums and Dads explains some of the milestones children make between the ages of 3 and 11.

http://www.maths4mumsanddads.co.uk/index.php

• NRich – a great website which includes a range of games, problems and articles covering all areas of Maths.

http://nrich.maths.org/primary

List of Maths Websites for Children

https://play.ttrockstars.com/auth/school/student

Numbots Game

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks1/maths/

http://www.ictgames.com/resources.html

http://www.mathsisfun.com/index.htm

http://www.mathszone.co.uk/

http://www.multiplication.com/

http://www.primarygames.co.uk/

http://www.topmarks.co.uk/

https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b08bzfnh/numberblocks

https://whiteroseeducation.com/1-minute-maths

FS2 Knowledge Orangisers

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Year 1 Knowledge Orangisers

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Year 2 Knowledge Orangisers

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Instant-Recall-Number-facts-to-learn-Year-1 Autumn Term 1 and 2.docx

Instant-Recall-Number-facts-to-learn-Year-2 Autumn Term 1.docx

Instant-Recall-Number-patterns -to-learn-Year-2 Autumn Term 1.docx

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