A key focus in Reception is understanding the composition of numbers, what numbers are made of and how they can be broken apart and put back together. For example, children learn that:
5 can be made of 4 and 1
5 can be made of 2 and 2 and 1
5 is made of five ones
Children explore these ideas in lots of different ways, using practical resources, pictures, and discussion to help them really understand how numbers work.
Maths is taught through whole-class carpet sessions, where new concepts are introduced and explored together. During continuous provision, children then have opportunities to practise and deepen their learning through play. We believe it is vital that children continue to explore maths in a fun, engaging and child-led environment.
In Reception, maths is woven throughout all areas of provision. Teachers play alongside the children, asking questions, modelling ideas and adding challenge to support and extend their understanding during play.
The children particularly enjoy using Numberblocks to support their learning. Numberblocks is a fantastic way for children to develop a strong understanding of number composition and to see that numbers can be represented and manipulated in different ways. Why not take a look at Numberblocks on the BBC website.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b08bzfnh/numberblocks