Maths

Intent 

At Great Missenden Primary School, we are dedicated to providing the best possible opportunities and experiences in mathematics for every child. Guided by our Christian values of Faith and Community, Love and Respect, Truth and Courage, we offer a high-quality and supportive environment where mathematical thinking can flourish, and every learner feels encouraged to reach their full potential.

We see mathematics as one of the educational keys that helps children to open doors and unlock opportunities in their lives. By creating a positive atmosphere where mistakes are valued and a growth mindset is embraced, we ensure that all children feel confident to face challenges and reflect on their learning journeys — looking into the mirror to consider how they can grow and improve.

Our approach is underpinned by the principles of Maths Mastery, aiming to nurture deep learners who can articulate their understanding through concrete, pictorial, and abstract forms. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all children to excel in mathematics, enabling them to build the knowledge and confidence needed to apply their skills across the curriculum and in the wider world. In this way, mathematics provides a window into the beauty, wonder, and order of creation, inspiring curiosity and awe.

Lessons are carefully designed to ensure pupils are secure in their understanding before moving forward, avoiding premature progression and encouraging a thorough grasp of concepts. By challenging all pupils within a structured and supportive environment, we enable them to persevere with courage, embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, and ultimately step through the door into new challenges equipped with confidence, resilience, and the tools they need to succeed.

Intent, Implementation and Impact of our Maths Curriculum

Curriculum Overviews- Long Term Plans

Useful links:

https://mathsbot.com/manipulativeMenu

https://whiterosemaths.com/parent-resources

Times Tables Rockstars Practise and Numbots

Times tables and number bonds play an important role in the children's maths development. Each week, along with the regular maths home learning, it is expected that the children in KS2 practice their times tables and KS1 practice their number bond work.  With the introduction of Times Tables Rockstars and Numbots, children can practice online either independently or they may like to challenge other children in the class or school. Log in here!

Parent Support with Timestables Rockstars and Numbots at home

Please watch the following videos and read the following handout for further support with using TTRS and Numbots at home with your child:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZxZbRVvbYM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24sqgVgwBOg

We would always encourage parents to frequently practise times tables and number bonds with their children too. This can be done almost anywhere, whether sitting down formally or informally testing them in the car on the way to school!

To aid you in this, you will find some practice grids and resource suggestions below.

Maths Vocabulary

This document will guide you through Maths vocabulary used across the school.