Maths
Aims
At Hullavington CE Primary and Nursery School, we provide a broad, ambitious and progressive mathematics curriculum that enables all children to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become successful mathematicians. Our curriculum is carefully planned to meet the expectations of the National Curriculum, ensuring that children build secure foundations and make progress across all areas of mathematics.
We aim to develop confident, resilient and independent mathematicians who understand mathematical concepts, recognise patterns and relationships, and can apply their learning to solve problems in a range of contexts. We place a strong emphasis on developing number sense, mathematical fluency and the ability to reason mathematically, encouraging children to explain their thinking, make connections and approach challenges with confidence.
We want all children to develop a genuine enjoyment and lifelong appreciation of mathematics. By making learning meaningful and relevant to children's everyday experiences, we help them understand the importance of maths in the world around them. Opportunities to apply mathematical knowledge across other curriculum subjects further strengthen understanding and demonstrate how maths is an essential part of everyday life.
Our ambition is for every child to achieve their full potential, develop a positive attitude towards mathematics and leave primary school with the strong foundations needed for the next stage of their education.
Teaching
Our mathematics curriculum follows the White Rose Maths progression, providing a carefully sequenced approach to teaching that enables children to develop their understanding of mathematical concepts over time. Learning is broken down into small, manageable steps, allowing children to revisit and build upon prior knowledge before moving on to more complex ideas.
We use a range of teaching approaches and resources to help children develop a deep and secure understanding of mathematical concepts. The use of concrete resources, pictorial representations and abstract methods (the CPA approach) enables children to explore mathematical ideas in different ways and make connections between them.
Our teaching places particular emphasis on three key areas:
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Fluency: Developing secure number facts, efficient calculation strategies and confidence with mathematical procedures. Regular practice helps children recall key facts quickly and apply their knowledge accurately.
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Reasoning: Encouraging children to explain their thinking, justify their answers, identify patterns and make connections. Children are given opportunities to discuss mathematical ideas and use appropriate mathematical vocabulary.
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Problem-solving: Applying mathematical knowledge and skills to a range of problems and unfamiliar situations. Children are encouraged to explore different approaches, persevere and learn from mistakes.
Lessons provide opportunities for explicit teaching, modelling, guided practice and independent application. We use an 'I do, We do, You do' approach where appropriate, ensuring that children have the support and guidance they need before applying their learning independently.
We recognise that children learn at different rates and provide appropriate support and challenge to ensure that all pupils can access the curriculum and achieve their potential. Assessment is used to identify gaps in understanding, inform future teaching and ensure that learning is built securely over time.
In the Early Years, we develop strong foundations in number and mathematical understanding through practical exploration, play and purposeful adult interactions. We use the White Rose Maths progression and Jigsaw approach to support the development of early mathematical concepts, with a particular focus on number sense, visual representations and the use of manipulatives.
Throughout the school, we provide opportunities for children to apply their mathematical skills across the wider curriculum and in real-life contexts. This helps children recognise the relevance of mathematics beyond the classroom and develop the confidence to use their knowledge in a variety of situations.
We want every child to leave Hullavington as a confident mathematician who enjoys a challenge, understands the value of mathematics and has the skills to apply their learning in everyday life.Useful Documents
