Intent
The national curriculum for mathematics aims to ensure that all children:
- become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics;
- are able to reason mathematically;
- can solve real-life problems by applying their mathematics.
At Longhill Primary School, we provide a rich, balanced and progressive curriculum – embedding the skills outlined in the programmes of study. The mapping of mathematics across the school shows clear progression in line with age related expectations.
We encourage children to see maths as a tool for everyday life by creating a range of practical tasks, real-life problems and contextual experiences. The children will enjoy maths, experience success in the subject and develop the ability to reason mathematically.
Implementation
At Longhill Primary we teach number fluency using the Winning With Numbers scheme of work. Winning with numbers provides a linear sequence of learning for children, aiming to ensure all children are number fluent by the end of year 4. This is achieved by achieving 100 ‘wins’ in the foundation stage, and 50 ‘wins’ in years 1, 2, 3 and 4. Each win is underpinned by 5 ‘goals’ which break down the win for the children. Winning With Numbers lessons are taught daily for around 20 minutes.
Learning is evidence in each child’s ‘Number Fluency’ book. Each goal has a series of questions attached. These goal questions should be initially completed on whiteboards, before moving onto ‘practise questions’ which are complete in books. Children will then have the opportunity to apply their learning by completing a minimum of 2 reasoning questions applicable to the content they have been learning, to be evidenced in their number fluency book.
Children in years 5 and 6 continue with the Big Maths scheme of work. This is evidenced twice weekly on a Monday and Thursday.
Times table are taught daily for at least 5 minutes. This can be incorporated into WWN lessons and taught at the age/term appropriate for the child.
Wider Maths is taught using the SAFE strand of the Big Maths Scheme. SAFE lessons are taught a minimum of twice a week, however this should be more frequent if required to ensure all steps are completed for the term.
Impact
Our maths curriculum allows the children to understand the relevance of what they are learning in relation to real world concepts. We have developed a safe environment where children are encouraged to ‘be brave’, develop their mathematical skills and work collaboratively where appropriate. We utilise regular and ongoing assessments, as well as end of term/year summative assessments. This constant analysis informs teaching, as well as intervention, to support and enable the success of every child.
Our maths books show a wide range of activities, developing learning through the use of fluency, reasoning and problem-solving tasks. Common misconceptions are dealt with quickly within the class and individualised support is offered to children through daily intervention.
Throughout the year, the maths lead will carry out pupil interviews, book scrutinies, and ‘drop in’ observations to ensure the correct delivery of the curriculum and address any areas for improvement.
All children will be taught the breadth of the curriculum, which will be adapted to meet the needs of each child. Quality first teaching with high expectations and challenges ensures all pupils become confident in their knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts and progress to the next stage securely.
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