To inform you further about some of the key changes to the mathematics curriculum for September 2014 and the new National Curriculum in general. To let you know about some of the changes we will be making to the way we teach mathematics. We will also demonstrate some of the strategies and equipment that the children use in school. To have fun with maths and to show examples of activities and games used in school. To provide you with practical ideas of how to best support your child’s learning at home. AIMS

Secure knowledge of number facts and a good understanding of the four operations. Use this knowledge to carry out calculations mentally. Make use of diagrams and jottings to help record the steps to solving a problem. Have an efficient, reliable, written method of calculation for each operation.

The New re-written national curriculum sets out the framework for what children in England's state schools should be taught between the ages of 5 and 14

Many aspects of Mathematics are taught in school: Statistics Geometry Measure Number Our main focus for tonight is Number/Multiplication

Mathematics – Changes: Statistics (Data handling) is not included in Y1 There is no use of calculators except near the end of KS2 Yearly objectives – no levels Larger numbers earlier Tables to 12x12 by end of Y4

Earlier introduction of formal written methods: Y3: Column addition and subtraction Y4: Standard column multiplication Y5: Short division Y6: Long division Earlier introduction of standard units of measurement Focus on fractions: Y1: Half and quarter Y2: ¾ and 1/3. Find ½ of a number Y3: Add and order simple fractions Y4: Add + Subtract fractions Y5: Use mixed numbers Y6: Add & Multiply fractions. Roman numerals in Y4 up to 100 and Y5 up to 1000 A stronger emphasis on algebra and finding two unknowns in an equation. Formal ratio and Proportion have moved to Key Stage 3.

Emphasis on learning and then applying written methods (column methods etc..) Maintain emphasis in learning times tables to 12 x 12 Ensure that children are secure in their Mental Arithmetic (pure maths without a practical context) Reasoning, problem solving and arithmetic

Pupil’s progress will continue to be monitored at termly Pupil Progress meetings.

The maths work that your child is doing in school may look different to the kind of ‘sums’ you remember. Many parents express concerns about helping at home and showing ‘wrong’ methods to their children.

Times Tables Challenge has been up and running for a year now. Can’t emphasize strongly enough how important it is for children to know their tables – new Curriculum all by end of Y4!

Number is key to all other aspects of maths. It includes: Counting Understanding number Knowing and using number facts Calculating You can make a difference to your child’s learning – by playing simple maths games little and often – (just a few minutes each day) children’s confidence and self esteem soars.

It cannot be stressed enough how important playing games with your child is for not only developing their mathematical skills but also their all round thinking, logic, strategy and problem solving skills; as well as developing vital speaking and listening and social skills, such as turn taking and learning that we can’t always win! Most importantly, they should be fun and a chance to share time together.

Snakes and ladders – as it is, vary dice numbers Guess Who? – systematic working, exploring possibilities Junior Monopoly – money Cluedo – strategy Battleships – coordinates and strategy Noughts and crosses – strategy Connect 4 – strategy Bingo/beetle drive

Simple, versatile and practical resources Dice Dominoes Digit cards – place value Playing cards - collecting totals, matching and remembering numbers A range of games at different levels that promote use of maths vocabulary.

Counting up and down the stairs. Number rhymes. Setting the table – cutlery, mats etc. Pair socks when getting in washing. Counting cars on the way to school. Spotting different numbers in the environment – door numbers, car number plates.

Out shopping – making totals, finding change, % discounts. Time – plan days out, what time to leave, how much money to take. Cooking – weighing ingredients, reading scales, adapting recipes. Keeping score in games.

Make maths fun. Maths can carry a lot of emotion. We want children to feel good about maths – then they will want to do it again and again. Develop confidence, a positive attitude, self esteem and use of vocabulary. The key to success. Little and often. Encouragement to think for themselves. Give lots of praise and celebrate mistakes – we all make them!

Please feel free to visit the Classroom of any year to explore the kind of Mathematics each class is learning. Thank you so much for coming Last, but not least…..!