At our primary school, we aim to cultivate a maths curriculum that inspires curiosity, ambition, and a love of learning. We want all pupils to grow as confident mathematicians who can reason, solve problems, and communicate their thinking with clarity and confidence. Our intent is to develop depth of understanding through a mastery approach, ensuring that pupils are not only fluent in procedures but also able to make connections across mathematical concepts. Oracy is central to our vision; children are encouraged to articulate their ideas, justify their reasoning, and engage in meaningful mathematical discussion. From EYFS, we use NCETM guidance to build strong numerical foundations, fostering confidence and curiosity in early mathematical experiences. The curriculum also provides opportunities for pupils to develop their CARE values, promoting personal growth alongside academic achievement. 

Our curriculum is carefully planned using the White Rose scheme and aligns with the National Curriculum for England, with a focus on progression, coherence, and depth. In EYFS and KS1, NCETM resources support high-quality teaching of early number and calculation skills, enabling pupils to develop solid conceptual understanding. Across all key stages, lessons provide opportunities for pupils to develop mastery through guided practice, exploration, and the use of manipulatives, which support conceptual understanding. Reasoning and problem-solving are embedded in every lesson, encouraging children to think critically, approach challenges with curiosity, and apply their learning in a range of contexts. Digital tools such as TT Rockstars and NumBots are used to develop fluency in multiplication and number facts, supporting both speed and accuracy.  

By the end of each key stage, pupils demonstrate secure fluency, the ability to reason mathematically, and strong problem-solving skills. At the end of KS2, national curriculum assessments show that our pupils achieve in line with or above national averages, reflecting secure understanding across all areas of mathematics. In addition, Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) data demonstrates that our pupils develop rapid recall of multiplication facts, supporting confidence in calculation and problem solving. Children show ambition in their learning, actively engaging with challenges and growing in confidence and resilience. Oracy skills enable them to communicate mathematical ideas clearly and persuasively, supporting collaborative learning and deeper understanding. The use of a mastery approach and manipulatives ensures that children have a solid conceptual foundation, enabling them to make connections across topics and develop a lifelong curiosity for maths. Ultimately, our pupils leave our school with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in the next stage of their education and beyond.