Mathematics

At Highfields Academy, we aim to make mathematics engaging, relevant, and applicable to everyday life, preparing children for their future roles in society while fostering a love for the subject. We primarily use White Rose Maths resources to support our teaching.

We place a strong emphasis on mental maths, enabling children to apply their knowledge to a variety of challenges. As they progress, they are introduced to standard written methods following our calculation policy. Lessons involve a mix of individual, paired, group and whole-class activities to encourage collaborative learning.

Our Approach to Teaching Maths

Daily maths lessons include:

• Challenging mental maths activities to build fluency and confidence.

• Practical problem-solving tasks to develop reasoning skills.

• Opportunities to secure core mathematical concepts, particularly the four operations.

Building Mathematical Confidence

To deepen understanding, we incorporate:

• Maths games, investigations, and problem-solving tasks.

• Practical activities that make learning hands-on and interactive.

• Opportunities for children to explain their thinking and apply their skills in new contexts.

Curriculum & Planning

The overview below outlines the maths curriculum for each term, broken into units. While units are assigned a sequence and suggested teaching time, teachers use their ongoing assessment to determine the best time to introduce and reinforce concepts.

Additionally, we enrich learning through cross-curricular links, ensuring maths is meaningful and relevant. Some units may be adjusted throughout the year to align with these learning opportunities.