Maths

Why is Maths so important?

Mathematics is important for everyday life. It helps children make sense of the world around them and gives them the tools to communicate with others. Whether it is simply buying a quantity of something, thinking about the trajectory and speed of a ball, trying to understand an aeroplane in flight, this subject is key for promoting logical thinking and problem solving abilities.

It is also invaluable for success in science, technology and engineering and planning for future careers.

Your child will be invited to participate in Maths quizzes in order that we can gauge their level of achievement and pin-point areas where they would benefit from additional support. This will also take into account, preparation for school assessments and entrance examinations.

The following table is an example of the guidelines for testing Maths achievement in Year 1 Key Stage 1.

Key Stage 1 Test Frame work
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/key-stage-1-mathematics-test-framework/key-stage-1-mathematics-test-framework

Number and place value Count to and across 100, forward and backwards, beginning with 0 or 1, or from any given number Number and place value Count in multiples of twos, fives and tens Number and place value Count, read and write numbers to 100 in numerals Number and place value Given a number, identify one more and one less Number and place value Read and write numbers from 1 to 20 in numerals and words Number and place value Identify and represent numbers using objects and pictorial representations including the number line, and use the language of: equal to, more than, less than (fewer), most and least Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division (calculations) Represent and use number bonds and related subtraction facts within 20 Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division (calculations) Add and subtract one-digit and two-digit numbers to 20, including zero Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division (calculations) Read, write and interpret mathematical statements involving addition (+), subtraction (–) and equals (=) signs Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division (calculations) Solve one-step problems that involve addition and subtraction, using concrete objects and pictorial representations, and missing number problems such as 7 = ▢ – 9 Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division (calculations) Solve one-step problems involving multiplication and division, by calculating the answer using concrete objects, pictorial representations and arrays with the support of the teacher Fractions Recognise, find and name a half as one of two equal parts of an object, shape or quantity Fractions Recognise, find and name a quarter as one of four equal parts of an object, shape or quantity Measurement Compare, describe and solve practical problems for:• lengths and heights [for example, long / short, longer / shorter, tall / short, double / half ] • mass / weight [for example, heavy / light, heavier than, lighter than] • capacity and volume [for example, full / empty, more than, less than, half, half full, quarter] • time [for example, quicker, slower, earlier, later] Measurement Measure and begin to record the following:• lengths and heights • mass / weight • capacity and volume • time (hours, minutes, seconds) Measurement Recognise and know the value of different denominations of coins and notes Measurement Tell the time to the hour and half past the hour and draw the hands on a clock face to show these times Measurement  Tell the time to the hour and half past the hour and draw the hands on a clock face to show these times Measurement Sequence events in chronological order using language [for example, before and after, next, first, today, yesterday, tomorrow, morning, afternoon and evening] Measurement Recognise and use language relating to dates, including days of the week, weeks, months and years Measurement Recognise and name common 2-D shapes [for example, rectangles (including squares), circles and triangles] Geometry – properties of shapes Recognise and name common 3-D shapes [for example, cuboids (including cubes), pyramids and spheres] Geometry – position and direction Describe position, directions and movement, including half, quarter and three-quarter turns