Mathematics Intent
The intent of our Mathematics curriculum is to design a curriculum that is accessible to all and will challenge the development of every child's academic ability. We deliver lessons that are fun, challenging, creative, inclusive, and ambitious. We want children to make connections between Mathematical fluency and be competent in answering advanced real-life mathematical problems. We want our children to understand the importance of Mathematics and that it is necessary for our day-to-day life, the importance of it in Science, that it is critical in computing and engineering, and for most forms of future employment. We want our children to be lifelong learners and know that Mathematics will be a part of their life for generations to come.
Our curriculum is designed, in line with NC14 and support by Lancashire Mathematics to ensure that all pupils:
In September 2019, Holy Souls RC Primary School began its journey towards a “Mastery Approach” in the teaching and learning of mathematics. This will be a gradual process and take several years to embed. We have decided to embrace this method of teaching following research and input from the NCETM (National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics) and advice from our local Maths Adviser. We are part of the North West NCETM Maths hub and we work with their advisers to develop our mastery maths teaching and learning approach.
We are currently (pilot school) involved in designing a new mastery scheme of work (Red Rose Mastery) in collaboration with Lancashire’s Maths Team while following the National Curriculum for Mathematics 2014.