Mathematics Vision Statement

At St Peter's, our mathematics curriculum is rooted in our Christian vision that all are made in the image of God and are valued, capable and empowered to be the best we can be.

 

Through mathematics, we want every child to develop confidence, curiosity and resilience as learners.  We believe that all pupils can achieve success in mathematics and that every child should leave primary school with a secure understanding of number, a positive attitude towards challenge and the confidence to apply their mathematical knowledge in a wide range of contexts.

 

Our mathematics curriculum encourages children to think logically, reason clearly and solve problems creatively.  We want pupils to see mathematics as a powerful tool for understanding the world around them and to recognise its importance in everyday life, future learning and employment.

 

We believe that mathematical thinking reflects God's ordered creation, enabling pupils to notice patterns, relationships and structures within the world around them.  Mathematics at St Peter's promotes perseverance, independence and aspiration by helping pupils learn from mistakes, explain their thinking and develop a growth mindset.  Through rich mathematical experiences, children learn to work collaboratively, communicate their ideas effectively and approach challenges with confidence and determination.

Mathematics Intent Statement

Our mathematics curriculum is carefully sequenced from EYFS to Year 6 so that pupils build deep and connected mathematical understanding over time.  Learning is organised around the key areas of number, calculation, fractions, geometry, measurement, statistics and algebra, with concepts revisited regularly to strengthen retention and support long – term understanding.

 

Following the LAAT mathematics framework, we prioritise depth before acceleration.  Pupils develop conceptual understanding through carefully structured small steps, supported by concrete resources, pictorial representations and abstract methods.  Through our ‘Build It, Draw It, Write It’ approach, children first explore mathematical ideas practically, then represent their thinking visually before recording and applying their understanding using increasingly sophisticated mathematical methods and notation.

 

We teach mathematics in a way that is inclusive, ambitious and accessible for all learners.  Through explicit modelling, mathematical discussion and carefully designed practice, pupils are supported to explain their thinking, justify their choices and recognise relationships between concepts.  Regular retrieval opportunities help pupils secure prior learning, make connections across the curriculum and develop confidence in applying previously taught knowledge.

 

As pupils move through school, they encounter increasingly sophisticated mathematical ideas and are encouraged to think critically, reason logically and solve problems independently.  They learn that mathematics is not simply about finding answers but about understanding patterns, making connections and choosing efficient strategies.  Reasoning and problem solving are woven throughout the curriculum, enabling pupils to explain, convince, prove and generalise their mathematical thinking.

 

Our curriculum reflects the belief that all children can succeed in mathematics.  By the time pupils leave St Peter's, they will have the fluency, reasoning skills and mathematical confidence needed to access the next stage of their education and to participate successfully in modern life.  They will understand the value of mathematics beyond the classroom and recognise its role in making informed decisions, managing finances, interpreting information and understanding the world around them.