Mathematics helps children to make sense of the world around them through developing their ability to calculate, to reason and to solve problems. It enables children to understand and appreciate relationships and pattern in both number and space in their everyday lives. Through their growing knowledge and understanding, children learn to appreciate the contribution made by many cultures to the development and application of mathematics.

At Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School we aim to:

• develop a positive attitude to maths. as an interesting and attractive subject in which all children gain some success and pleasure;
• develop mathematical understanding through systematic direct teaching of appropriate learning objectives;
• encourage the effective use of maths. as a tool in a wide range of activities within school and, subsequently, adult life;
• develop an ability in the children to express themselves fluently, to talk about the subject with assurance, using correct mathematical language and vocabulary
• develop an appreciation of relationships within maths;
• develop ability to think clearly and logically with independence of thought and flexibility of mind;
• develop mathematical skills and knowledge and quick recall of basic facts in line with the National Curriculum