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Mathematics is important to everyday life. It is a subject that crosses cultural boundaries. We all use the skills taught to us in Maths in our homes and at work too. These skills include logical reasoning, problem solving and the ability to think in abstract ways.

The Maths scheme of work at our school is based on the British National Curriculum and its four attainment targets.

At Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 these include:

Key Stage 1	Key Stage 2
number	number
shape, space and measure	shape, space and measure
	handling data

Using and applying the knowledge taught in Maths is present throughout the Key Stages.

First hand experiences and investigation are essential throughout the primary years, as they provide the most effective means of understanding a concept. Mathematics at all levels includes discussion, practical work, practice and consolidation, problems solving and investigation work, all delivered using a wide range of teaching strategies.

Mental Maths is also considered very important and the children participate in mental Maths sessions right from Reception. These take different forms and may involve the children using digit cards or number fans to demonstrate their answers to questions.

Our main resource in Mathematics is the Heinemann Maths scheme but we also use a variety of other published materials and suitable equipment to support our teaching. We accept that children will move through the stages of mathematical development at different rates, according to their maturity, ability and experience. In Year 2 and throughout Key Stage 2 the children are set according to their abilities. Careful planning and monitoring help ensure that each child's work is appropriate to the individual and gives a feeling of success.