Mathematics is used to analyse and communicate information or ideas and to tackle a range of practical tasks and real life problems. Our aim is for all children to enjoy Mathematics and become fluent in the fundamentals of the subject. We strive to motivate children to achieve a high standard in numeracy and a range of other mathematical skills and to apply these skills with confidence and understanding when solving problems.

Mathematics

At St Patrick’s we believe that understanding basic mathematics is an essential life skill. Our aim is for children to enjoy maths and to become fluent in the fundamentals of the subject. Maths is used to analyse and communicate information or ideas and to tackle a range of practical tasks and real life problems. We strive to motivate children to achieve a high standard in numeracy and a range of other mathematical skills and to apply these skills with confidence and understanding when solving problems.

Parents can support their child’s mathematical development at home. Board games, puzzles and jigsaws are a great way to provide fun mathematical experiences. It is also important to show how we use maths in our everyday lives and to make sure children have opportunities to be involved in activities such as baking (using measures) and shopping (using money,) Parents can be instrumental in helping their children to learn their times tables and practise quick recall of number facts – this is one of the most important skills which children will need to be successful in maths.