Maths

At Thornaby C of E Primary School, we follow a mastery approach using White Rose Maths, to ensure that our children have full coverage of the Maths National Curriculum. The scheme has a clear curriculum design, a considered sequence of content and shows clear progression. By following this approach, all staff have a shared vision and culture for Maths and there is consistency across year groups. This progressive approach to maths, where each topic unit builds on the next in a cohesive way and then each year builds on the foundations/skills taught the previous year.

In our school, teaching and learning incorporates the following to ensure all children can succeed:

· Success for all

· Deepening understanding

· Problem solving

· Mathematical thinking

· Mathematical language

· Multiple representations

Within Maths lessons and daily calculation sessions, our children are encouraged to develop mathematical inquisitiveness, the confidence to question and the ability to make connections. Through mastering a concept, understanding can then be applied to a new problem in an unfamiliar situation. We believe these skills are essential in everyday life, as well as being critical to science, technology and engineering. By following the mastery approach our aim is to support children in developing life skills and provide access to a variety of careers. White Rose Maths allows pupils to gain the problem-solving and reasoning skills useful in all areas of life.

White Rose promotes success for all children; they understand that, with dedication, hard work and perseverance, everyone can develop their mathematical ability over time. They are taught to enjoy challenges as they understand that setbacks can be overcome. Children come to understand that with consistent effort and by applying effective strategies, success will follow. All pupils will be expected to achieve their full potential by encouraging high expectations and excellent standards regardless of their ability or background.

Mixed Year Groups

Most children are taught in year groups with the exception of 2 mixed classes (Year 1/2 and 3/4). Our Year 6 pupils are streamed where necessary, to ensure all pupils can access the Year 6 curriculum, ready for the KS2 SATs.

Maths Policy

Maths Policy 2024 – 2025

Calculation Policy

White Rose Maths Calculation Policy 2024

Progression Document (White Rose Ready to Progress)

National Curriculum and  Ready To Progress Mapping 2024