Mathematics
Intent:
At Burnham-on-Crouch Primary School we believe the habits of thinking mathematically are life-enriching. Through the teaching of Mathematics, we teach children how to make sense of the world around them by developing their ability to calculate, reason and solve problems. Our aim is for children to understand the relationships and patterns in both number and space in their everyday lives. We view Maths as a creative and highly interconnected subject essential to everyday life, Science, Technology and Engineering, and necessary for most forms of employment. It is vital to be numerate to participate fully in society and democratic processes. At Burnham-on-Crouch Primary School we ensure that every young person, regardless of background, has a rich and meaningful Mathematics education.
Through the teaching of Mathematics, our aims are:
- Success for all - Every child can enjoy and succeed in Mathematics. A supportive environment enables pupils to develop resilience and confidence.
- Deeper understanding - Pupils must be given time and opportunities to fully explore Mathematical concepts. They use metacognition and a structured build based on prior learning to generate new success.
- Problem-solving - Identifying, applying and connecting ideas enables pupils to tackle new and more complex problems. These create a sustainable connection between theory and the real world.
- Mathematical language - Mathematical language strengthens conceptual understanding by enabling pupils to explain and reason.
- Multiple representations – Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract approach (CPA) is a highly effective approach to teaching that develops a deep and sustainable understanding of maths in pupils.
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The EYFS butterflies have begun to emerge from their chrysalises! #eyfs #scienceprimary #understandingtheworld #butterflies
The EYFS butterflies have begun to emerge from their chrysalises! #eyfs #scienceprimary #understandingtheworld #butterflies
💛🧡World Autism Day 2025 🩵💚 A huge thank you to @s.a.a.clothing for our amazing t-shirts and to Charlotte for coming into our whole school assembly to raise awareness!
💛🧡World Autism Day 2025 🩵💚 A huge thank you to @s.a.a.clothing for our amazing t-shirts and to Charlotte for coming into our whole school assembly to raise awareness!
A huge well done to these two who represented BCPS at the county finals! 🏃🏽👏🏼 7th out of 120 and 19th out of 112! What a great achievement! 🙌🏼
A huge well done to these two who represented BCPS at the county finals! 🏃🏽👏🏼 7th out of 120 and 19th out of 112! What a great achievement! 🙌🏼
🌟 Well done to all these children this week on their amazing achievements outside of school! 🏅 It’s amazing to see what you get up to! 🌟 This time we’ve got street dance, swimming and football 🏊♂️ ⚽️👏🏼
🌟 Well done to all these children this week on their amazing achievements outside of school! 🏅 It’s amazing to see what you get up to! 🌟 This time we’ve got street dance, swimming and football 🏊♂️ ⚽️👏🏼
Year 4 have been designing and creating their own ‘found object’ robots. They used woodwork tools to produce their amazing creations! 👏🏼 How cool do they look!
Year 4 have been designing and creating their own ‘found object’ robots. They used woodwork tools to produce their amazing creations! 👏🏼 How cool do they look!
Year 1 celebrated Holi festival as part of their RE lesson! They had so much fun 🙌🏼
🌟 Well done to all these children this week on their amazing achievements outside of school! 🏅 It’s amazing to see what you get up to! 🌟 This time we’ve got karate, tennis, rugby and football 🥋⚽️🎾🏈👏🏼
🌟 Well done to all these children this week on their amazing achievements outside of school! 🏅 It’s amazing to see what you get up to! 🌟 This time we’ve got karate, tennis, rugby and football 🥋⚽️🎾🏈👏🏼
A fantastic effort by all at the cross country finals! 👏🏼 All pupils were amazing and represented our school brilliantly. A special mention to these two children who will now represent our school at the county finals 🏃🏽
A fantastic effort by all at the cross country finals! 👏🏼 All pupils were amazing and represented our school brilliantly. A special mention to these two children who will now represent our school at the county finals 🏃🏽
EYFS received a very special delivery today! The children are very excited to watch the caterpillars grow and eventually turn into butterflies! 🐛🦋 #science #eyfs #understandingtheworld
EYFS received a very special delivery today! The children are very excited to watch the caterpillars grow and eventually turn into butterflies! 🐛🦋 #science #eyfs #understandingtheworld
Looking for clues on our dinosaur hunt! 🕵️♂️ 🦕🦖
What an exciting afternoon in EYFS! We have enjoyed creating mini volcanoes using bicarb and vinegar. #dinosaurs #volcanoes #eyfs 🌋🦕🌋🦖
What an exciting afternoon in EYFS! We have enjoyed creating mini volcanoes using bicarb and vinegar. #dinosaurs #volcanoes #eyfs 🌋🦕🌋🦖
EYFS have loved learning about dinosaurs this week. Today they made dinosaur print biscuits. Don’t they look delicious! 🦖🦕🍪
EYFS have loved learning about dinosaurs this week. Today they made dinosaur print biscuits. Don’t they look delicious! 🦖🦕🍪
On Tuesday, Year 3 went on a trip to Abberton reservoir to launch their Science topic on rocks, fossils and layers of soil 🪨🍃
On Tuesday, Year 3 went on a trip to Abberton reservoir to launch their Science topic on rocks, fossils and layers of soil 🪨🍃
DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
In Year 6, they have been designing and making their own pencil cases! Look how good they are 👏🏼
DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
In Year 6, they have been designing and making their own pencil cases! Look how good they are 👏🏼
🌟 Well done to all these children this week on their amazing achievements outside of school! 🏅 It’s amazing to see what you get up to! 🌟 This time we’ve got football, gymnastics, rugby and reading ⚽️🤸🏻♀️🏈🏆👏🏼
🌟 Well done to all these children this week on their amazing achievements outside of school! 🏅 It’s amazing to see what you get up to! 🌟 This time we’ve got football, gymnastics, rugby and reading ⚽️🤸🏻♀️🏈🏆👏🏼
🥬🍍DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY 🥒🍅
This week, Year 1 had a visit from The Limes farm shop to talk all about different fruits and vegetables and they all planted their own broad bean. Yesterday, they had a go at designing and making their own salad faces! Look how good they are 👏🏼
🥬🍍DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY 🥒🍅
This week, Year 1 had a visit from The Limes farm shop to talk all about different fruits and vegetables and they all planted their own broad bean. Yesterday, they had a go at designing and making their own salad faces! Look how good they are 👏🏼