The Maths department is fully committed to the Every Child Matters agenda. In particular we:
- Aim to improve the enjoyment of Mathematics by all pupils, regardless of ability. Pupils should be taught mathematics rather than taught to pass a mathematics exam, in the expectation that the latter will follow as a matter of course. For this reason, investigative teaching forms an important part of the teaching programme, as do innovative starter and plenary activities
- Encourage parents to actively support their children’s Maths, through advice on the curriculum through the termly curriculum booklet and on aspects of Maths that can be practiced at home; The Maths content on the school website is currently under review with a view to improving our advice to parents through this medium
- Provide a safe teaching environment in which inappropriate behaviour or bullying is not tolerated
- Encourage good attendance at Maths lessons for all children, and investigate instances of poor attendance
