Maths

Maths

Subject Leader: Sarah Siddiqui

We love maths at Charing CEP School! We believe that every child has the right to succeed in mathematics and believe in themselves as mathematicians. As a team, we go the extra mile to ensure that learning experiences are tailored to the individual. Children are given appropriate resources and opportunities to learn new concepts at a pace that is right for them. Once the learning is embedded, they are challenged to apply their new learning in a range of contexts including real life situations.

We use the CPA approach to teaching maths which allows children to physically manipulate equipment to strengthen their understanding of the concept they are learning. This approach is developing right throughout our school so even the most able children will also be able to explain their thinking and draw images to reason their mathematical ideas.

When problem solving, we use the bar model to help children visualise problems. We firmly believe maths is all about making connections, recognising patterns and developing number sense. At Charing CEP School our approach to teaching is called, ‘Teaching for Mastery in Mathematics’. We use NCETM resources alongside White Rose Maths materials to give children the opportunity to deepen their understanding of concepts through reasoning and problem-solving tasks. We use our assessment for learning throughout the year and plan for catch up interventions to ensure children are succeeding in maths.

Useful Links

National Curriculum

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-curriculum-in-england-mathematics-programmes-of-study/national-curriculum-in-england-mathematics-programmes-of-study

Maths Intent

Curriculum Overview

TT Rockstars at Charing

At Charing Primary School, we subscribe to Times Tables Rock Stars. This is a system that the children use to practise the instant recall of their multiplication and division facts, which helps them achieve in lessons and in real life situations. 

Short bursts of daily practise are much more effective than spending hours once a week. Parental support is critical in this area. For children to be fully motivated and for them to get the best out of the practice, they need an adult’s help. Without a Parent’s praise and reminders, without sitting down together or checking their work, practising times tables will not feel important.

Please visit:

https://ttrockstars.com/

TTRS Parent guide

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Every child is inspired to become a curious, confident, and resilient mathematician

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