Maths

Mathematics is taught every day across the school, using a wide variety of activities designed to build fluency, deepen understanding and support mastery. We want all pupils to develop a secure grasp of the number sense, to approach mathematical learning with curiosity, and to nurture a lasting enjoyment of maths and problem solving.

Within our carefully planned curriculum, pupils:

• Strengthen their fluency in core mathematical skills, building a deep understanding of key concepts through regular, varied practice. Over time, pupils encounter increasingly complex tasks that help them recall and apply knowledge quickly, accurately and with growing confidence.
• Think logically and communicate their ideas clearly, using precise mathematical vocabulary to articulate their reasoning. Pupils learn to follow lines of inquiry, spot patterns and relationships, and develop well-structured arguments, justifications or simple proofs to explain their thinking.
• Tackle a wide range of mathematical challenges, applying their learning to both familiar and unfamiliar problems with increasing sophistication. They break problems into manageable steps, choose efficient strategies and develop resilience—persevering when solutions are not immediately obvious and continually refining their approach.

We use the White Rose Maths small steps to structure and sequence learning across the school, providing a clear progression of concepts. However, our approach remains flexible to ensure that mixed-year groups are appropriately supported and challenged. The programme is enriched in a variety of ways to meet the needs of each cohort, helping us create curious, confident learners who enjoy exploring mathematical ideas.

Our structured progression ensures that children steadily broaden and deepen their knowledge, growing into capable, motivated and reflective mathematicians.