Maths

A strong grounding in number is essential so that all children develop the necessary building blocks to excel mathematically.

Children in FS2 follow the Mastering Number programme, produced by the National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM), for our EYFS Maths (Number) lessons. Children are taught to count confidently, develop a deep understanding of numbers to 10, the relationships between them and the patterns. Through this, children develop a strong sense of number, fluency, and automaticity. At Norton C P we provide frequent and varied opportunities to build and apply this understanding.

In addition, the curriculum at Norton C P includes rich opportunities for children to develop their spatial reasoning, pattern, and shape skills across our learning in Mathematics. Our aim is for children to develop a positive attitude and a keen interest in mathematics, strengthening their ability to look for patterns and relationships, and spot connections. Children are supported to ‘have a go’, talk to adults and peers about what they notice and not be afraid to make mistakes.

At Norton, we have created a Maths Progression Plan for FS1 and FS2 (see below), as a guide to the progression of Maths skills across our EYFS. However, it is just a guide and every child’s learning and development will be different. For more information, please do not hesitate to speak to your child’s class teacher.