Maths at Chapel Hill
Our Vision for Maths
At Chapel Hill, we believe that children thrive when they enjoy learning and experience success. Our approach to Mathematics is built upon the belief that:
“You enjoy what you are good at, and you are good at what you enjoy.”
We strive to create confident, enthusiastic mathematicians who enjoy challenge, embrace problem-solving and take pride in their achievements.
Our Maths curriculum equips pupils with strong procedural fluency alongside the ability to reason, explain and solve problems effectively. We aim to develop mathematical understanding that prepares children for the next stage of their education and supports them throughout their lives.
Through a carefully sequenced and progressive curriculum, children build on prior knowledge in manageable steps. Teachers adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils, ensuring children have sufficient time to practise, embed and deepen their understanding.
At Chapel Hill, we use a CPA (Concrete, Pictorial and Abstract) approach to teaching Maths. Children develop mathematical understanding through practical resources, visual representations and abstract methods, enabling them to make strong mathematical connections and apply their knowledge confidently.
Effective modelling, questioning and discussion support pupils in learning new concepts before applying them independently. New learning regularly revisits previously taught concepts, helping children become confident in solving multi-step problems and retaining key knowledge over time.
Intent
Our Maths curriculum is designed to deepen understanding, build confidence and develop resilient problem-solvers.
We aim to:
- Foster a love of Mathematics through engaging and purposeful learning experiences
- Develop fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Encourage children to think critically and explain their mathematical thinking
- Support pupils in making connections across different areas of Maths
- Ensure all children can access learning through concrete, pictorial and abstract representations
We follow the White Rose Maths scheme to provide clear progression and balanced coverage of the curriculum, whilst allowing teachers the flexibility to prioritise key learning and adapt teaching to meet the needs of their pupils. White Rose resources also provide rich stimuli and engaging activities that promote deeper thinking and understanding.
Implementation
At Chapel Hill, Maths is taught daily through carefully structured lessons that promote challenge, independence and confidence.
Our Maths provision includes:
- A daily one-hour Maths lesson for all pupils from Reception to Year 6
- A CPA approach using practical resources, visual models and abstract methods
- Opportunities for reasoning, discussion and problem-solving within lessons
- Weekly “Wow Maths” sessions in Junior classes to introduce new concepts or consolidate learning through practical activities and games
- Opportunities for pupils to participate in external Maths competitions
Teachers use effective questioning and modelling to support learning and ensure pupils develop secure mathematical understanding before moving on to new concepts.
Impact
Our pupils develop confidence, resilience and enthusiasm in Mathematics.
By the time they leave Chapel Hill, pupils:
- Demonstrate strong mathematical fluency and understanding
- Apply their knowledge confidently to solve a range of problems
- Explain and justify their reasoning using appropriate mathematical vocabulary
- Make clear progress across all areas of the Maths curriculum
- Develop positive attitudes towards challenge and independent thinking
Assessment is used effectively to monitor progress and inform teaching. Pupils are formally assessed three times each year using White Rose assessments that align with the curriculum being taught. In addition, teachers continually assess understanding during lessons to ensure children are secure in their learning and ready for the next steps.
Ultimately, we want every child to leave Chapel Hill as a confident and capable mathematician who can apply their skills both within the classroom and in everyday life.