Maths
At Lyminster Primary School, we value the importance of fluency with mathematical concepts, the ability to problem solve, and the skills to apply mathematics in school and in everyday life. By the time children leave us they are confident mathematicians, telling us it is one of their favourite subjects. They can problem solve, reason, discuss, and make connections between different mathematical concepts.
Our maths curriculum ensures a coherent and detailed sequence of content to support sustained progression over time. It has been designed using resources from White Rose Education. We also use high quality resources from organisations such as NCTEM and the Education Endowment Foundation.
Using the Teaching for Mastery approach, shown below, teachers design lessons that are carefully structured in small steps. These steps provide the necessary scaffold for all to achieve, and the detail required to facilitate deep thinking.
We understand that all children learn at their own pace, and some children, who may have more complex needs, may follow a different learning trajectory. We are equally ambitious to support those pupils on their journey to becoming confident mathematicians. We formally assess the children regularly to identify next steps in learning. Children who are not working at the expected school standard are given interventions to support them to make accelerated progress so that they can catch up to their peers. Children are also identified for further stretch and challenge.
Dragonfire Maths
At Lyminster, we have a unique mental arithmetic programme called Dragonfire Maths. By working through each stage, practising at home and in school, we work together with our families to help our children be fluent in mental maths skills. In the documents below you can see an outline of the programme as well as some fun ways to learn, including using the Times Tables Rockstars website.