Maths
We aim to produce an ambitious, connected curriculum accessible to all pupils which covers the content of the National Curriculum whilst developing resilient, critical thinking mathematicians who are fully prepared for the future.
The White Rose Maths approach is used throughout the school. This is an inclusive approach based on the principles of cognitive psychology and child development. It is intended that all children, regardless of their starting point, will maximise their academic achievement and leave Salhouse with an enthusiasm for mathematics .
We aim to:
- Deliver a high quality, challenging and enjoyable curriculum.
- Make rich connections across mathematical ideas to develop fluency, reasoning and competence in solving increasingly sophisticated problems.
- Enable children to apply their mathematical knowledge to other curriculum areas through carefully planned cross curricular links.
- Develop independent, inquisitive learners.
Pupils have a daily dedicated mathematics lesson from Reception through to Year 6. Consistency and continuity is ensured through the adoption of the schemes of learning published by White Rose Mathematics. Teachers are supported to plan effectively, producing lessons incorporating fluency, reasoning and problem solving. Lessons are planned and sequenced so that new knowledge and skills build on what has been taught before. The White Rose schemes are complemented with additional resources which reinforce reasoning and problem solving. The school has a Calculation Policy which is adhered to when teaching formal methods, understanding that sometimes children find their own efficient methods along the way. Teachers adapt the long term plan to fit their class’s specific needs, term lengths and moderation and assessment requirements.
Mathematics lessons are designed with a concrete, pictorial and abstract (CPA) approach, providing our pupils with the scaffolding required to access the learning at all levels. We place an emphasis on pupil engagement and metacognition. Lessons are designed to encourage pupil engagement through careful using questioning and modelling. Groupings and learning styles are varied in order to engage pupils and create an accessible curriculum.
Termly assessments using Rising Stars material enable teachers to monitor progress and carry out gaps analysis and misconceptions. This assessment data is used to inform teacher assessment and planning. Key stage 2 classes make use of ‘early work’ to revisit areas previously covered, time is also provided to practise times tables regularly in order to build confidence and develop quick recall of these facts. Throughout school, children make regular use of Doodle maths software both in class and at home to help build on and apply their skills. Carefully planned weekly home learning activities support parents to support their children’s learning.
Year 5 and 6 mixed age overview
Salhouse Year 4 And 5 Mixed Age Maths Scheme Of Learning (White Rose)
The mathematics curriculum at Salhouse is accessible to all.
Children will become confident mathematicians who enjoy maths and understand its relevance to their lives. They will understand how to effectively use resources to support their learning. They will be able to articulate their ideas clearly and represent their working in a range of ways. They will be, and feel, prepared for statutory tests with the majority meeting and exceeding national expectations. All children will be able to evidence their progress and learning journey as they are challenged and supported to grow as mathematicians.
Maths
Coots reception and year one follow the White Rose maths scheme.
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Reception identifying and making shapes with 4 sides.
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Reception have been focusing on 1 more and 1 less in maths. They have also been ordering numbers to 10. Year 1 have been using part whole models to add and subtract up to 10.
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Year 1 using analogue clocks to tell the time.
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Reception have been independently making patterns in maths.
Coots have been focusing on 5
They have been working hard to count 5 objects and form the numbers 1 to 5. Lots of soaring on wings at 4 years old!
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Year 5 Herons can be seen here working hard on furthering their understanding of decimals. They have been adding and subtracting decimals with up to two places and applying this to lots of reasoning and problem-solving questions. Since Year 6 have largely completed the Maths curriculum in the run-up to SATs, they can be seen going over their knowledge of decimals, fractions, percentages and ratio, and also using problem solving and reasoning to complete investigations on these areas. For this, they have been using the Maths website ‘Nrich,’ which is hosted by the University of Cambridge, as well as other interactive resources. Just look at the detail in their books and their determination to trial, improve and display the theories they have come up with!
