Maths at BPA

We deliver daily, 60 minute maths lessons 5 x a week in Yr 1-6 

To provide an engaging, exciting and inclusive curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners

To place an  emphasis on mathematical problem solving through language and communication, conceptual understanding and mathematical thinking

We promote a deeper understanding through representing concepts using concrete, pictorial and abstract (words and symbols) strategies; leading to connections being made through these representations 

We deliver a minimum of 3 maths meetings a week designed to halt the forgetting curve, consolidate prior learning and support the development of fluency 

There is a times table focus with an aim to make all children experts in times tables by the end of Year 4. 

Times Table Rockstars - used in Year 2-6 to practice multiplication and divsion facts

Numbots - used in Year 1-2 and the end of EYFS to support number fluency

Mathletics - used in Years 2-6 to support their understanding of mathematical concepts 

Teachers refer to the Unit Tutorials and Unit Narratives to reference prior knowledge needed.

Pre-Unit diagnostic quizzes are used to inform planning, teaching and appropriate adaptations. 

Children's work is marked - often live marked in lessons - and feedback is given both verbally and written. This reflects what the child can do, how they respond to learning, any support they require and next steps/challenges.

Formative assessments happen on a daily basis and inform the class teacher which children may need additional support in an intervention or highlights a topic to consolidate in a Maths Meeting

NTS assessment data - Year 1-5 complete termly tests to monitor progress and attainment and to identify 'gaps' in knowledge and understanding

EYFS complete statutory baseline assessments to inform starting points

Year 4 complete a Multiplication Tables Check of 25 questions

Year 6 will complete mock SATs throughout the year to monitor progress and attainment and to identify 'gaps' in knowledge and understanding.

Year 6 will complete statutory SATs tests in May

Teachers use formative and summative assessments to make informed termly judgements as part of Pupil Progress Meetings

Staff complete in school induction training when they join to develop understanding of the Maths Mastery approach

Maths Mastery external training days for new staff 

Maths Lead 'locality hub' 

Maths Lead external development days with TKAT and Maths Mastery

Maths Mastery PD videos to support with subject knowledge, teaching strategies and planning support

Unit narrative, plans, videos and additional resources for the maths curriculum

Focus areas for maths delivered through weekly Teaching on Toast sessions and incorporated through the TKAT Teaching cycle of CPD sessions 

Regular learning walks and book monitoring to support staff with next steps in mathematics across the school