Maths

At Roby Park Primary, high‑quality maths teaching is a priority. We follow a mastery approach so that every child develops strong number sense, confidence and curiosity, and is equipped to use mathematics in everyday life and across the curriculum.

Our Approach

Power Maths (whole‑class mastery)

We use Power Maths, a whole‑class mastery programme that builds small steps in understanding, sparks curiosity and nurtures confidence. Lessons are carefully sequenced and include rich discussion, guided practice and independent application—so all pupils move forward together, with support or challenge as needed.

Daily Fluency

Alongside our main lesson, we have daily fluency sessions that focus on essential number facts and strategies, such as number bonds, times tables, doubling and halving. Quick, regular practice helps children recall facts efficiently and apply them flexibly.

Why it matters

Mathematics is central to learning and life. Strong maths underpins success in science, computing, geography, history and beyond, and helps children make sense of the world around them.

Our Curriculum Aims

We aim for every child to:

• Become fluent in the fundamentals of mathematics through varied and regular practice, building accuracy and speed over time.
• Reason mathematically by noticing patterns, making connections, and explaining ideas using precise mathematical language.
• Solve problems by applying what they know to a range of contexts, breaking problems into manageable steps and persevering when it’s tricky.

What Learning Looks Like

• Small steps and coherence: concepts are introduced in a clear sequence to secure deep understanding.
• Concrete–pictorial–abstract (CPA): children use manipulatives and visual models before moving to formal methods.
• Talk‑rich lessons: pupils explain their thinking, compare strategies and learn from each other.
• Support and challenge for all: same‑day keep‑up, targeted interventions and stretch tasks ensure everyone progresses.

How You Can Help at Home

• Practise number bonds (to 10/20/100) and times tables little and often.
• Notice maths in real life—cooking, shopping, measuring, time and simple budgeting.
• Encourage your child to explain how they solved a problem: “What did you do first?” “Why does that work?”