Intent
Mathematics teaches children how to make sense of the world around them through developing their ability to calculate, reason and solve problems. It enables children to understand relationships and patterns in both number and space in their everyday lives. Tynings mathematicians are keen calculators, confident problem solvers and inquisitive investigators!
Retrieval
Retrieval practice plays a key role in mathematics teaching at The Tynings.
Across Years 1 to 6, pupils complete a Daily 8 during morning Bell Work, focusing on arithmetic fluency through regular recall of key facts and procedures.
In EYFS and KS1, children access the Mastering Number programme, with short, daily lessons designed to develop secure understanding of number and operations through frequent revisiting of prior learning.
In Years 3 and 4, pupils use Fluency Bee, which builds on the foundations of Mastering Number through regular, daily retrieval and reinforcement of number knowledge and operational fluency.
In Years 5 and 6, pupils complete a retrieval task at the start of each mathematics lesson, focusing on previously learned skills and developing fluency through regular, purposeful practice.
Yearly Overviews
We follow the White Rose small steps at The Tynings, combining this with Power Maths books for children’s independent practice.
Vocabulary
Discrete mathematical vocabulary is taught and modelled in every maths lesson. Children’s mathematical language deepens as they progress through the school. Our aim is that every child can accurately and confidently use precise mathematical language to describe mathematical operations and explain their understanding effectively.
Calculation Policies
At The Tynings, children are taught a range of procedural methods that progress year on year through a Teaching for Mastery approach. This ensures pupils develop deep conceptual understanding of each operation, supported by representations and structures, while also becoming increasingly fluent and efficient in their calculations.