Mathematics

Mathematics at Churcham

Learning, respecting and growing together as a whole school family

“Solving Problems”

Our Vision for Mathematics at Churcham

Mathematics at Churcham Primary School empowers pupils to become confident, resilient and curious thinkers. We believe every child is capable of deepening their mathematical understanding through perseverance, courage and high‑quality teaching. Our curriculum nurtures each child’s unique strengths, celebrates their progress and builds secure foundations for future learning.

We create a learning environment where pupils feel valued, respected and motivated to succeed. Through responsive practice, collaborative support and carefully sequenced teaching, pupils develop strong mathematical mindsets and a positive “can‑do” attitude.

Mathematics prepares pupils for life beyond school by equipping them with essential skills, real‑world problem‑solving strategies and the confidence to reason and think logically.

INTENT

Our mastery‑based Mathematics curriculum ensures pupils develop secure, deep understanding of mathematical concepts through manageable steps and rich learning experiences.

We aim for pupils to:

Become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics
Recall and apply knowledge rapidly, accurately and confidently
Solve problems in increasingly sophisticated and unfamiliar contexts
Reason mathematically using precise language, justifications and proofs
Develop strong appreciation of number and number operations
Build efficient mental and written calculation strategies
Grow as resilient, reflective and motivated mathematicians

Every child’s mathematical journey is nurtured and celebrated — because confident mathematicians come in many forms.

IMPLEMENTATION

Mathematical mastery is built through understanding why and how, not just answering quickly. Pupils follow a carefully sequenced approach using concrete, pictorial and abstract representations to build secure conceptual understanding.

Fluency, Reasoning and Problem Solving

Our teaching follows the structure:

Fluency (Do it): developing number sense, facts, formulas and efficient methods
Reasoning (Secure it): applying logical thinking, explaining strategies and justifying answers
Problem Solving (Deepen it): tackling unfamiliar problems using taught strategies

Problem‑solving strategies include working systematically, visualising, identifying patterns, reasoning conclusions, working backwards and trial and error.

Curriculum Structure

Mathematics is taught daily using our adapted White Rose Maths scheme. To enrich learning, we use:

Planpanion (formerly Deepening Understanding)
CGP resources
A wide range of reasoning materials

Lessons focus on key skills such as place value, the four operations and fractions. Pupils use varied representations including bar models, part‑whole models, number sentences, verbal explanations and manipulatives.

Teaching & Learning You Will See Across School

Quality first teaching adapted for all learners
Resilient, motivated pupils with a “can‑do” attitude
High‑quality questioning to deepen understanding
Misconceptions used to strengthen conceptual grasp
Opportunities to explore concepts for longer and go deeper
Clear progression through fluency → reasoning → problem solving
Adults modelling new learning with clarity and precision

SEND & Disadvantaged Support

Our Mathematics curriculum is designed to ensure all pupils can access and succeed. Adaptations include:

Mixed‑age planning that enables pupils to “keep up”
Opportunities to revisit and consolidate learning
Tailored resources, including Widgit vocabulary
Pre‑teaching of skills and vocabulary
Scaffolded tasks and targeted adult support
Visual supports and manipulatives
Chunked instruction and time for questioning
Talk partners and small‑group collaboration

Non‑Negotiables

Consistent use of Do it, Secure it, Deepen it language
High‑quality mathematical terminology
Exposure to reasoning and problem‑solving questions
Pupils write in maths books rather than on worksheets
Front‑cover sheets outlining learning objectives and vocabulary
Maths working walls showing current learning
Adults modelling manipulatives linked to learning objectives

Manipulatives

Each class uses a wide range of manipulatives appropriate to age and stage, including:

Class 1 (Reception, Year 1 & 2):
Numicon, tens frames, counters, numberblocks, base 10, shapes, number lines, clocks, fraction walls, measuring tools, money, part‑whole models.

Class 2 (Years 3–6):
Base 10, fraction walls, multilink cubes, counters, place value charts, coins and notes, 2D/3D shapes, measuring scales, compasses, dice, number lines, graph paper, metre sticks, protractors, thermometers.

Daily times tables practice supports fluency in KS2.

IMPACT

The impact of our Mathematics curriculum is monitored through Insight, book looks, lesson observations and pupil voice.

By the end of each year, pupils:

Achieve Age‑Related Expectations (ARE), with some reaching Greater Depth (GDS)
Become fluent in mathematical fundamentals
Apply knowledge rapidly and accurately
Solve problems confidently in a range of contexts
Reason mathematically using clear justification and precise language
Show enthusiasm and pride when discussing their learning
Demonstrate resilience, confidence and secure understanding of mathematical concepts

By the end of KS2, pupils leave Churcham as confident, capable mathematicians ready for the next stage of their education.

Why Mathematics Matters at Churcham

Mathematics helps pupils:

Think logically and critically
Solve real‑world problems
Build resilience and perseverance
Understand patterns and relationships
Communicate using precise language
Develop confidence and independence

Our curriculum ensures every child becomes a thoughtful, capable and confident mathematician.

Please see below a list of websites that we encourage children to use:

http://resources.collins.co.uk/Wesbite%20images/TTSimulator/#/ - This is an ‘online times tables test’, this will improve your child’s recall of their times tables.

https://www.topmarks.co.uk/Search.aspx?Subject=16 – Top Marks is an excellent website which covers all topics in Maths. It includes a lot of games for the children to play, so they do enjoy learning through play! My favourite game on here is ‘Tommy’s Trek’.

https://mathsframe.co.uk/en/resources/category/22/most-popular - Maths frame is a great website offering Maths games to support your child’s understanding of the four operations (multiplication, division, subtraction and addition).

https://nrich.maths.org/10334 - NRICH is a fantastic resource which offers problem solving games and challenges.

https://www.sats-papers.co.uk/ks2-sats-papers/ - For Y6 parents: Please see practice SATS papers online.

Maths Vocabulary

EYFS Skills progression in Maths

EYFS Learning and Progression Steps

Mathematics - Intent, Implementation and Impact - Churcham - September 2025.pdf

Calculation Policy 2026.pdf

KS1 ROLLING PROGRAMME - 26-29.pdf

KS2 ROLLING PROGRAMME - 26-30.pdf