Mathematics

At Witchampton First School we provide a Maths curriculum which encourages children to reason mathematically through creative and engaging lessons.  We want children to make rich connections across mathematical ideas to develop fluency, mathematical reasoning and competence in solving increasingly sophisticated problems.  As our pupils progress, we intend for them to be able to understand the world, have the ability to reason mathematically, have an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics, and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity of the subject. This inclusive approach, and its emphasis on promoting multiple methods of solving a problem, builds self-confidence and resilience. 

Our progression of learning starts in Reception and builds beyond.  We use a mastery approach to teaching mathematics using resources from White Rose and NCETM mastering Number across the school.  This approach is based upon the research from Bruner (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract approach), Vygotsky (rich discussion & peer talk), Piaget (thinking processes rather than outcomes), Dienes (exploration before structure and a variety of methods) and Skemp (making links). Each topic is studied in depth and the teacher does not move to the next stage until all children demonstrate that they have a secure understanding of mathematical concepts.

To help develop our pupils' maths fluency skills, Sumdog is used in school for years1 to 4 and can also be accessed from home. Your child will have their own log in.

Each term we focus on fluency facts to support the children in learning number facts. They will be learning these in class and we will be sharing these with families to support the children's learning at home.  Thank you for helping your child to learn these facts by recall. The children in Year 4 will take part in a multiplication check in the Summer term to check their knowledge of all times tables to 12 x 12, with 6 seconds to answer each question.

Links for activities at home

To log in to Sumdog click here.

Top Marks Maths games, click here.

White Rose Maths Home Learning with videos, click here.

BBC Bitesize Daily Learning per year group, click here.

For EYFS and Year 1, Numberblocks episodes, click here. They are endorsed by the NCETM (National Centre of Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics).
BBC numeracy