Subject Leader: P. Daley

Intent
 The intention of the maths curriculum at St Mary’s RC Primary School is to support children to achieve economic well-being and equip them with a range of skills, knowledge and the ability to solve problems in a variety of contexts.

We embed a mastery approach across school in the teaching and learning of Mathematics. The underlying principle of Mathematics Mastery is that, instead of learning mathematical procedures by rote, pupils are taught skills which build a deep understanding of concepts which will enable them to apply their learning in different situations. Through mathematical talk, children will develop the ability to articulate, discuss and explain their thinking. We will provide the necessary resources to enable all children to access the curriculum and encourage them to use these, where appropriate, to explain their logic and reasoning.

Who is Involved?
• Leadership Team: monitoring, evaluation, modelling good practice and training.
• Class Teachers: giving a range of feedback in various forms.
• Pupils: self -assessment and peer assessment to improve their own and others' work.
• Teaching assistants and support staff.
• Supply Teachers and trainee teachers are required to follow the policy.

Impact
The impact of our maths curriculum results in our children being able to:
● Become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics, so that they develop conceptual understanding and the ability to recall and apply knowledge rapidly and accurately, including the varied and regular practice of increasingly complex problems over time.
● Reason mathematically by following a line of enquiry and developing and presenting a justification, argument or proof using mathematical language.
● Solve problems by applying their mathematics to a variety of problems with increasing sophistication, including breaking down problems into a series of simpler steps and persevering in seeking solutions – including unfamiliar contexts and real-life scenarios.

We know this because, through moderation of planning, lessons and books, we can be sure that progress is made across all year groups. If progress is not being made, support is immediate and steps provided to ensure all pupils achieve and make progress.

Summative assessment takes place at the end of each term and children’s progress and attainment are discussed with senior leaders in pupil progress meetings. Formative assessment takes place on a daily basis and teachers adjust planning accordingly to meet the needs of their class. The teaching of mathematics is monitored by leaders through lesson observations, pupil interviews and book scrutinies. 

For more information on our school Intent, Implementation and Impact of our Maths Curriculum, please click the link below: 

St Mary's Maths Curriculum Policy 2025/26

Curriculum Overview

• Curriculum overview Reception
• Curriculum overview Year 1
• Curriculum overview Year 2
• Curriculum overview Year 3
• Curriculum overview Year 4
• Curriculum overview Year 5
• Curriculum overview Year 6