Mathematics
Our mathematics curriculum offers a broad foundation of mathematical experience designed to provide children with the understanding, skills and knowledge needed to deal with every day situations.
Mathematics is planned and delivered within the framework of the National Curriculum and our policies for Teaching and Learning Assessment, Special Needs and Equal Opportunities.
We ensure children learn mathematics by:
- providing balanced coverage of processes and content across the attainment targets
- providing an interesting and stimulating environment that encourages children to think mathematically
- helping them to know how and when to use different mathematical tools evaluating different ways of recording so that they learn to choose when apparatus is appropriate to the task
- providing tasks which foster systematic work and thinking skills
- providing opportunities to use ICT resources, to develop their mathematical skills, understanding and motivation
- providing tasks which enable them to develop their understanding of mathematical language
Mathematics is timetabled for at least 5 hours each week. Teaching follows the Numeracy Strategy and the curriculum map to ensure all areas are covered. Each lesson begins with a whole class focus. Children are then usually grouped according to ability when completing activities to ensure all children are being taught to their potential. Assessment takes place throughout the year, to inform planning and set targets. Extension maths is organised for the most able children in Year 6, one session every week.
At Guillemont we believe that mathematics is not only important in producing children who are numerate, but it also enables logical thinking and reasoning, provides useful tools for problem solving and is a creative activity to be enjoyed.
Please click on the link below for further information on how Mathematics is taught in school.
http://nationalstrategies.standards.dcsf.gov.uk/search/primary/results/nav:49918