Maths Mastery in action! Ensure that Maths is viewed to be as important as both reading and writing. #Spending longer on concepts can enable children to make links between their learning. #Expect for children to answer in full sentences in order to fully explain their understanding. This will allow the children to use their mathematical vocabulary to explain and justify their answers and show a greater depth of understanding. For example, the teacher question: “What is one more than 3?” Should be answered “One more than 3 is equal to 4.” #Track Pupil Progress All children develop at different rates and some may take longer to master specific concepts than others. This is perfectly normal. For Mathematics Mastery ensure that all children are sufficiently supported and challenged through varied resources, questioning and challenges. # Continually monitor the children’s progress in all areas of their learning, addressing misconceptions and supporting and challenging the children where necessary. Key features of Maths Mastery: #High expectations for every child #Fewer topic, greater depth #Develop mathematical language, mathematical thinking and understanding with the sense of ownership and enjoyment from the daily boost. # Ensure that every child can achieve excellence in mathematics. # Encourage Children to explore concepts through a concrete, pictorial and abstract approach for a deeper understanding of Mathematics and to demonstrate and explain their thought processes rather than just repeating routines. #Advocate the importance of a Growth Mindset, believing that success is linked to hard work and persistence. Encourage children to view Mathematics positively, approaching problems with a ‘can do’ approach with the understanding that errors are a key step in learning.

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