Mathematics
At St James Primary school, we provide a high-quality mathematics education utilising a mastery approach so that all children: become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics; are able to reason mathematically with increasing articulacy; and can solve problems by applying their understanding to a variety of problems. Our inclusive mathematics curriculum provides challenge for all pupils with teachers choosing to progress to new learning only when the majority of learners have a secure understanding. Challenge occurs through depth of understanding with an offer of rich and sophisticated problems rather than new content. Our mathematics curriculum aims to develop the five core mathematical competencies in all of our learners – therefore providing a foundation for our children to understand the world around them knowing both the beauty and power of mathematics in its own right and how it can be applied to other subjects across the curriculum including Science and Computing.