mathematics

Mathematics Vision

At Hujjat Primary School, we believe mathematics is both a vital life skill and a gateway to understanding the world around us. We aim to make mathematics engaging, meaningful, and purposeful, inspiring the next generation of mathematicians. Central to our mastery approach is the belief that every child has the potential to succeed. We strive to build confidence, independence, and resilience, empowering all children to see themselves as capable mathematicians who can think critically and solve problems creatively.

How We Learn Mathematics

Our curriculum is designed to make mathematics relevant, exciting, and accessible. By connecting learning to real-life contexts and providing opportunities for discovery, children develop a genuine curiosity and love for mathematics. Lessons are structured to challenge and support every child, encouraging reasoning, problem-solving, and independent thinking. We celebrate mathematical achievements, fostering pride in effort and progress.

How We Deliver the Curriculum

From the Early Years onwards, mathematics at HPS is taught through a hands-on, child-centred approach. Children explore numbers, patterns, shapes, space, and measures through play, investigation, and meaningful interactions. Early learning is grounded in practical experiences, allowing children to apply their skills in everyday situations.

As children progress through Key Stages 1 and 2, we follow the National Curriculum, covering key areas:

• Number
• Geometry
• Measures
• Statistics

We ensure continuity and progression through a carefully sequenced skills framework and a clear calculations policy for all four operations. This approach develops children’s fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving abilities over time.

Our Approach: CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract)

To deepen understanding and build confidence, we use a CPA approach:

Concrete – Children explore mathematical concepts using physical resources. For example, sharing real-life objects to understand division.

Pictorial – Once concepts are understood concretely, children represent problems visually, using diagrams or pictures. For example, circling objects to illustrate sharing.

Abstract – Children progress to using mathematical notation, such as 12 ÷ 6 = 2. This stage relies on a strong foundation from concrete and pictorial experiences to ensure deep understanding.

By embedding mathematics across the curriculum and daily experiences, we ensure children make meaningful connections, develop mental strategies, and grow as confident, independent thinkers.