Maths

At North Borough, we understand that maths is essential to everyday life. Developing skills in this key subject is critical to future success. Our ambition is to develop curious, enthusiastic and inquisitive mathematical thinkers; children who can make rich and meaningful connections across mathematical ideas to develop fluency, mathematical reasoning and competence in solving increasingly sophisticated problems. Maths lessons use a ‘Mastery Approach’ that provides children with lessons that have a cohesive curriculum content and follow carefully sequenced blocks. Maths concepts are introduced in small steps allowing for in-depth mastery of mathematical concepts. Lessons are challenging but engaging and aim to develop children into resilient mathematicians who are not afraid to take risks. Children develop logical lines of enquiry and talk confidently about their maths using mathematical language, showing an increased confidence in their mathematical understanding that has been nurtured in lessons.

Within the school, we understand that confidence in maths begins with a secure foundation of understanding in number. At North Borough, we use Times Tables Rock Stars as a method to practise, and track progress of, children’s times tables knowledge. This, alongside regular arithmetic consolidation, allows for fluency and confidence with approaching reasoning and problem solving independently. Through our maths curriculum, we aim to inspire children to become masters of the content taught in their year group, applying their knowledge in new and creative ways.

Mr Treays (Maths Subject Leader)

Maths Skills Progression Document

Maths Calculation Policy - Addition and Subtraction (progression of skills and how it is taught)

Maths Calculation Policy - Multiplication and Division (progression of skills and how it is taught)