Numeracy
| Inthe early stages children learn the meaning of numbers before usingthem. Activities involving sorting, comparing, matching, pattern makingand counting all help to make sense of size, weight, height, width,shape and number. Many activities may seem to be just playing, butdon't be deceived; these play activities have been carefully plannedand organised to help children develop an understanding of difficultabstract ideas and reinforce their learning. | Asyour child progresses through the school, practical work will continueto be important and will be a central part of their mathematicsexperiences. Computers will naturally play an important part in theirwork, but their use will be based on a genuine understanding of thework being done. |
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Mathematicalaspects such as number, measures and shape and space will be taught ina manner which will ensure continuity and progression for each childthroughout the key Stages. All children will be encouraged tocommunicate their findings and strategies in mathematics. SinceSeptember 1999, the school has followed the national Numeracy Strategyand has now fully implemented the daily dedicated Numeracy lesson.During this time, the children spend some time developing their mentalskills, some time in whole classinput or discussion sessions and some time in group activities tailoredto their ability. Aspects of the Numeracy Hour are delivered in thereception class, in line with the newly implemented Curriculum Guidancefor the Foundation Stage.
