Maths

Maths

Maths Curriculum

At St Leonard’s our intent is to provide the children with an exciting, interactive curriculum. We aim to inspire them to reach their potential and to develop their confidence as mathematicians. Through our creative curriculum, we allow the children to explore and experience maths in different situations allowing them to apply their knowledge and problem solving skills to real problems.

Maths is taught on a daily basis. Teaching methods include discussions between teacher and pupil, discussions between pupils, practical work, group activities, individual work, practice of basic skills and routines and investigative work. Each lesson begins with a set amount of time for the children to complete their fix it tasks (Correcting any mistakes from the previous days lesson). This is then followed by a mental maths session or a set of core skills that the children have to complete. Our lesson structure is based upon the STAR approach (See it, Try it, Apply it, Reason) which helps the children to develop a deeper understanding of the objectives covered.

The lead teacher for Maths is Mr Postlethwaite. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact me through the school office on 01827 213995 or email j.postlethwaite@st-leonards-wigginton.staffs.sch.uk

Priorities for 2024 - 25

To ensure mastery strategies are becoming embedded across school using White Rose Planning

To continue to develop the recall of times tables across school and arithmetic skills and knowledge in KS2

To ensure data analysis is used to inform future planning opportunities, address misconceptions in pupils’ learning and accelerate progress.

To implement new Smart Grade assessments and analysis tools