Mathematics

Curriculum / Mathematics

Vision for Mathematics

At Ward End Primary every child is a mathematician.

All pupils have a positive and resilient attitude towards mathematics. they are competent and confident in mathematical knowledge, concepts and skills. They develop the ability to solve problems, to reason, to think logically and to work systematically and accurately.

All pupils develop an understanding of mathematics that can be used in their everyday lives. The basic skills of mathematics are vital for the life skills of our children.

Maths Across the School

Ward End Primary School uses strategies within the National curriculum and beyond to secure such outcomes for students. The examples that follow show some of the many ways Ward End Primary School seeks to embed British values.

EYFS

Mastering Number

Daily opportunities to informally develop mathematical understanding through child-initiated activities and routines which are capitalised upon.

KS1

White Rose/ NCETM materials (one hour daily)

Mastering Number (15 min session daily)

Structure of Lesson

1. Fluent in Five
2. Anchor Task
3. New learning-concrete, pictorial and abstract
4. Paired talk and developing learning
5.Independent task- fluency, reasoning and problem solving

KS2

White Rose/ NCETM materials (one hour daily)

Structure of Lesson

1. Fluent in Five
2. Anchor Task
3. New learning- concrete, pictorial and abstract.
4. Paired talk and developing learning
5. Independent task- fluency, reasoning and problem solving

Key features of our Maths Mastery Curriculum

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High expectations for every child.

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Fewer topics, greater depth.

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Number sense and place value come first.

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Focus on mathematical thinking and language.

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Resources to support.

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Problem solving is central.

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Calculate with confidence- understand why it works.

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Maths Overview

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Mastering Number Reception

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Mastering Number Y1

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Mastering Number Y2

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White Rose Progression Grid

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One Minute Maths

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Progression- Nursery- Year 1

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