Mathematics

 
 Whimple Primary School - Mathematics Curriculum Statement

 

Subject Vision: “Mathematics reveals its secret only to those who approach it with love, for its own beauty.” Archimedes

At Whimple Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that children are able to recognise the importance of Maths not only in school, but, its application across a variety of disciplines in the wider world. We want all pupils to experience the beauty, power and enjoyment of mathematics and develop a sense of curiosity about the subject with a clear understanding.

 We intend for all children to:

  • Become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics so that they develop conceptual understanding and the ability to recall and apply knowledge rapidly and accurately.
  • Be able to use Reasoning skills efficiently to follow a line of enquiry and develop and present a justification or proof using mathematical language
  • Apply mathematical Problem Solving skills effectively to solve a variety of problems with increasing sophistication, including in unfamiliar contexts and to model real-life scenarios.
  • Have an appreciation of number and number operations, which enables mental calculations and written procedures to be performed efficiently, fluently and accurately to be successful in mathematics.

 

Intent

A classroom culture of mutual Respect and Teamwork encourages children to have a go and being comfortable with not getting everything ‘right’. Children are supported to understand when learning is taking place and embracing that purposeful struggle can support this.

We encourage children to Stay Positive and develop their Resilience by using mistakes and misconceptions as an essential part of learning.

Through Aiming High and Reflection we foster positive approaches to maths and promote the fact that ‘We can all do maths!’ We believe all children can achieve in mathematics, and teach for secure and deep understanding of mathematical concepts alongside developing attitudes that embrace challenge.