Mathematics

At Bampton CE Primary School we are continuing to develop and embed a Mastery approach to the teaching of Maths. We do not believe in the idea that people ‘just can’t do maths’ and we encourage all pupils to believe that by working hard at maths they can succeed.

We follow the underlying principle that our curriculum ‘emphasises secure learning of, rather than encountering, mathematical knowledge’ (Ofsted Maths Review 2023)

Our intent is to:

• Encourage all our pupils to think of themselves as mathematicians who are willing to take risks and are ready to apply their mathematical skills in a variety of contexts across the curriculum.
• Develop an independence, confidence and resilience when faced with mathematical challenges that will stay with them throughout their lives.
• Provide all children with a range of opportunities to explore and deepen their understanding and knowledge of mathematical concepts by following a mastery approach.
• Develop fluency, mathematical reasoning and the capability to solve increasingly sophisticated problems
• Achieve or exceed the standards in line with the EYFS Framework and the National Curriculum 2014 expectations. 
• Ensure children have access to high-quality teaching that provides both challenge and support 

Teachers continually observe and assess pupils informally, adjusting current and subsequent planned lessons as required. Assessments are made to support further planning and to report children’s progress and attainment. A range of assessments both formal and informal are made to provide evidence on pupil’s progress and attainment.