Maths

Our goal for mathematics education is that children will be able to become fluent, reason mathematically and solve problems, through the ‘BIG ideas’:

· Problem Solving: I am a mathematician because I apply my mathematics to a variety of problems and break them down into simpler steps and persevere in finding the answer.

· Reasoning: I am a mathematician because I observe relationships and develop an argument, justification or proof using mathematical language.

· Fluency: I am a mathematician because I develop conceptual understanding and the ability to recall and apply knowledge rapidly and accurately.

“Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas.” Albert Einstein

Mathematics is a creative and highly inter-connected discipline that has been developed over centuries, providing the solution to some of history’s most intriguing problems. It is essential to everyday life, critical to science, technology and engineering, and necessary for financial literacy and most forms of employment.

A high-quality mathematics education provides a foundation for understanding the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics, and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject.

At Lytham C of E, we use the White Rose maths scheme to support planning and teaching of maths throughout school. The scheme’s fundamental belief is that ‘everyone can do Maths’, and it is designed to teach to the ‘mastery’ of concepts so pupils become resilient, independent and confident mathematicians.

While White Rose is the ‘base’ of the Lytham C of E maths curriculum, teachers enrich the content with other high-quality resources, to provide pupils with enriched, well-rounded and high quality maths lessons, bespoke to each class.

Mrs Lumby is our Maths lead.

Please contact her via the office (01253 736900) with any queries or questions.