Maths

Maths

At Crossley Hall, we believe mathematics plays a vital role in everyday life. It is a network of ideas and relationships that equips both children and adults with the tools they need to interpret and understand the world around them.

We support our pupils in developing fluency in the fundamentals of arithmetic while encouraging them to think creatively, reason mathematically and solve problems with confidence.

Our vision is for every child to develop confidence in their mathematical ability and enjoy learning mathematics.

Our mathematics curriculum is based on the principles of Teaching for Mastery and is adapted from the White Rose Maths Scheme of Learning.

Maths is taught through whole-class interactive teaching with a strong focus on vocabulary development. We use physical resources as well as visual and mental representations. Teachers follow a Concrete – Pictorial – Abstract (CPA) approach to ensure secure foundations and a deep understanding of mathematical concepts.

We follow a mastery approach: this means pupils of all ages acquiring a deep, long-term, secure and adaptable understanding of the maths. Teaching is delivered using the ‘I do’, ‘We do’, ‘You do’ approach. Children are encouraged to develop their resilience in their approach to tackling problems.

The mathematics journey begins in Reception, where a wide range of learning opportunities helps children develop strong number sense, recognise patterns and recall basic number facts. Practical activities and the use of concrete resources support children in learning the fundamentals of number and making connections between key concepts.

As pupils progress into Key Stage 1, mathematics teaching continues to build on these foundations through exposure to a variety of visual representations and an increasing expectation for written recording. Our aim is for all children to leave Crossley Hall Primary School with secure calculation skills and the confidence to apply their mathematical understanding in a range of contexts, preparing them for secondary school and later life.

Y4 Milestone- Multiplication Times Table Check

We recognise that secure recall of key number facts is essential for children to develop fluency and make progress in mathematics. We use NumBots and Times Table Rock Stars to support children in learning number bonds and multiplication facts in an engaging way.

At the end of Year 4, all pupils take part in the national Multiplication Tables Check, which assesses their recall of multiplication facts up to 12 times table.

How can you help at home

If you can encourage your child to play Numbots or TT Rockstars for 10 minutes every day on a phone, tablet or laptop, you will see how quickly they will progress. Follow the icon below and login with your child’s individual username and password. For further information view our Calculation Policy 2026.docx.

Maths Website to support home learning with parents and carers

‘Maths with Michael’