Maths
Mathematics
“Mathematics is a creative and highly inter-connected discipline that has been developed over centuries, providing the solution to some of history’s most intriguing problems. It is essential to everyday life, critical to science, technology and engineering, and necessary for financial literacy and most forms of employment. A high-quality mathematics education, therefore, provides a foundation for understanding the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics, and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject.”
(National Curriculum in England – Mathematics Programme of Study – Key Stages 1 and 2)
This statement is taken from the introduction to the new National Curriculum, which became statutory in September 2014. These principles epitomise our vision for mathematics at Gospel Oak. Through our teaching and learning, we aim to help children develop:
A positive attitude towards mathematics and an awareness of the fascination of mathematics.
Competence and confidence in mathematical knowledge, concepts and skills.
An ability to solve problems, to reason, to think logically and to work systematically and accurately.
Initiative and an ability to work both independently and in cooperation with others.
An ability to communicate mathematically, by hypothesising, reasoning, justifying and generalising.
An ability to use and apply mathematics across the curriculum and in real life.
An understanding of mathematics through a process of enquiry and experimentation.
For more information on the school's maths curriculum please contact Abi Johnson (ajohnson@gospeloakschool.com)