Maths

Intent

We strive to develop children holistically, enabling them to be ready to experience, understand and change the world around them. We understand the importance of mathematics and how, with a firm foundational knowledge of mathematics, a child is equipped with a uniquely powerful set of tools to understand and change the world that they live in. These tools include logical reasoning, problem-solving skills and the ability to understand and manipulate numbers and mathematical concepts fluently. Mathematics is integral to all aspects of life and with this in mind we endeavour to ensure that children develop a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards mathematics that will stay with them.

Our maths curriculum intent for all children:

• To foster a positive attitude to mathematics as an interesting and attractive part of the curriculum, which is integral to their own lives.
• To develop the ability to think clearly and strategically, with confidence, flexibility and independence of thought.
• To develop a deeper understanding of mathematics through a process of enquiry, problem solving and reasoning.
• To develop an understanding of the connections, patterns and relationships within the different domains of mathematics.
•  To develop the ability to apply knowledge, skills and ideas in real life contexts outside the classroom, and become aware of the uses of mathematics in the wider world.
•  To develop an ability and inclination to work both alone and cooperatively to solve mathematical problems.
•  To develop personal qualities such as resilience, independent thinking, cooperation and self confidence through a sense of achievement and success.
• To have a firm foundational and conceptual knowledge of key mathematical concepts.
• To have fluent recall of the mathematical facts for their year group.