Mathematics
Everyone can and does do Maths.
We aim for all our children to understand the power and beauty of mathematics and that it is central to the real world in which we live. We expect our children to leave the school as efficient, independent and enthusiastic mathematicians who are willing to take risks and value mistakes that they make when learning. learning.
Our mathematics teaching is delivered through a daily maths lesson to implement the requirements of the National Curriculum. We aim for the children to become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics, be able to reason mathematically and solve problems by applying their learning. Children’s mathematical learning is ongoing and extends beyond the parameters of the lessons.
The school follows the Meridian Primary Scheme of Work in Years Three to Six. This scheme has been collaboratively created by staff from across our primary schools within the Trust– they have been at the heart of its creation and continue to be central to its ongoing development. Our maths lessons take children on a journey of small steps and use concrete and pictorial representations to support children’s understanding of the maths that they are learning about. At the heart of Maths teaching and learning at our school is the fundamental belief that all children can make progress and achieve in this subject. The ‘Five Big Ideas’ of Teaching for Mastery from the NCETM Five Big Ideas in Teaching for Mastery | NCETM are the underlying principles which we use to teach Maths. Our ongoing involvement with our local Maths Hub ensures that our practice is evidence based and continuously evolving.
Multiplication Tables
Learning multiplication tables, or ‘times tables’ is a very important task. Knowing these key facts quickly and ‘off by heart’ frees children’s minds to work on the rest of a mathematical task. In Year 4, children take the Multiplication Tables Check in the Summer Term.
What is Times Tables Rock Stars? Parents and Carers Guide
Times Tables Rockstars
Please remember to practice Times Table Rockstars – children in Key Stage 2 have a log-in. This is an exciting resource that supports children in learning their times tables. Each pupil has their own login and their own Rockstar Avatar. Children progress at their own pace, earning virtual coins to spend on upgrading their Avatar and certificates as their recall speed and accuracy improve.
What is Times Tables Rock Stars? Parents and Carers Guide – YouTube
Calculation Policies
Key Instant Recall Facts (KIRFs)
KIRFs are really helpful in practising the fundamental skills and knowledge for each year group. Below are the current term’s ones. Do have a look at them for your own knowledge and for talking about Maths at home with your child.