South Gosforth First School - Mathematics Curriculum

'Mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas' - Albert Einstein
'Mathematics can perform magic on the world; letting us see patterns and regularity, where previously we might have only noticed chaos and confusion' - Mike Askew  

At South Gosforth First School, our maths curriculum is designed to develop confident, resilient, and fluent mathematicians who can apply their knowledge and skills to a wide range of problems and real-life situations.

We deliver a high-quality, inclusive curriculum, in line with the National Curriculum, that is both engaging and ambitious, ensuring all learners experience success and make meaningful progress.

Our curriculum fosters curiosity, creativity, perseverance and a positive mindset towards learning. We aim to develop independent thinkers who are not afraid to make mistakes, and who can make strong, long-term connections across mathematical ideas and the wider curriculum.

By embedding fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving at the heart of our teaching, we ensure pupils acquire deep, lasting understanding. They leave us equipped with essential skills that are easily recalled, transferable, and relevant - ready for the next stage of their education and for every day life.

Please see some of our key curriculum documents relating to the teaching of Maths, including progression documents and long term plans for each year group below: