The aim of the mathematics curriculum is to prepare all of our pupils to be confident in the use of numbers and the concepts within the curriculum. To allow pupils to achieve this we provide resources and support as well as ensuring all staff teaching maths to have an expert knowledge in the content and planning. The work set out for the children will be of a level that increases their resilience so that they can succeed in the future.
“Mastery” and key words are listed in planning and resources, enabling pupils to understand key concepts, and also generate appropriate discussions. Long term planning is also designed and delivered in a way that allows pupils to transfer key knowledge to other subjects such as science, cooking and sport. It is sequenced so that new knowledge and skills build on what has been taught previously so students can work towards defined end points.
Teachers regularly assess pupils’ understanding via discussion and end of topic assessment in order to inform future teaching. This will help pupils embed and use knowledge fluently and develop their understanding, and not simply memorise disconnected facts.
End of term assessments informs all parties of progress, however, is often informal and avoids any anxiety.
We set aspirational targets which are achievable, allowing pupils to progress without feeling overwhelmed and despondent. We want pupils to be ambitious and we enable them to move through the curriculum to achieve qualifications such as Entry Level, Functional Skills and ultimately GCSEs.
We use White Rose Maths as a basis for all planning to ensure consistency and well planned progress.