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MATHEMATICS STATEMENT OF INTENT
At St Ethelbert’s R.C. Primary School, it is recognised that Mathematics helps children to make sense of the world around them through developing their ability to calculate, to reason and to solve problems whilst expressing their reasoning fluently. It enables children to understand and appreciate relationships and patterns in both number and space in their everyday lives. Through their growing knowledge and understanding, children learn to appreciate the contribution made by many cultures to the development and application of mathematics.
In conjunction with the National Curriculum, we aim to:
- develop a positive attitude to maths as an interesting and attractive subject in which all children gain some success and pleasure.
- encourage the effective use of maths as a tool in a wide range of activities within school and, subsequently, adult life.
- develop an ability in the children to express themselves fluently, to talk about the subject confidently, using correct mathematical language and vocabulary.
- develop an appreciation of relationships within maths.
- develop ability to think clearly and logically with independence of thought and flexibility of mind.
- use manipulatives to aid the development and learning of the children in mathematics.
- use CPA (Concrete, Pictorial and Abstract) approach to developing mathematical skills.
- develop an appreciation of creative aspects of maths and awareness of its aesthetic appeal.
- develop mathematical skills and knowledge and quick recall of basic facts in line with National Curriculum recommendations.
Our Subject Leader for Mathematics is Mr. Gavin.
