Mathematics

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Our Maths curriculum is designed to transform the students’ relationship with numbers. We focus on building confidence, mastery, and the practical skills required for independent living and the workplace.
All pupils at Lakeside school have four 45-minute Maths lessons each week. They are assessed twice a year to give a Numeracy age and level. Those who are working below the expected age are given 1:1 numeracy support on a regular basis. 
We follow a structured progression across five years, ensuring that core concepts are revisited and deepened over time. Problem solving is integrated throughout all topics to allow pupils to fully understand the concept of maths. Below is an overview of the content we follow in each academic year:​

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To meet our duties under the Equality Act 2010 and the SEND Regulations 2014, we ensure the Mathematics curriculum is accessible for every student by:

• Using physical manipulatives and visual aids to ground abstract concepts in reality.

• Adapting lessons for varying cognitive profiles. For our students with sensory processing needs, we integrate movement and tactile resources into numeracy.

• Tailoring problems to interest-led themes (e.g., sports statistics, engineering, gaming) to maximise engagement for our learners.

• Exploring the global history of Mathematics, including the origins of our number system and the use of geometric patterns in different faiths, fulfilling our requirement to include Religious Education themes within the wider curriculum but also with distinct regard for the practice of literacy and SPaG (spelling, punctuation and grammar).

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KS2 Curriculum

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Pupils in Year 6 have five 45-minute lessons a week and start their studies in Mathematics with basic numeracy assessments. This allows staff to assess exactly where pupils are. Numeracy Ninjas and other mental maths resources are completed during tutor time. The programme of study is closely linked to the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum with work adapted for pupils working below expected standards and extended where necessary. Topics covered include number and place value, the four operations, fractions, measurement, geometry and statistics.

Pupils, for whom it is appropriate, are entered for their Year 6 Maths Arithmetic and Reasoning Standard Assessment Tests (SATs) in May and pupils are prepared for these examinations by the Year 6 staff. Teacher Assessments are completed and entered for all pupils in the cohort.

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Key Stage 4

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Our KS4 offer includes a variety of pathways to ensure all pupils achieve recognised accreditation:

• GCSE Mathematics (Grades 1-9)

• Functional Skills (Level 1 and Level 2)

• Entry Level Certificates (Level 3)

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If you have specific questions about our Maths curriculum or how we support specific learning needs, please contact our Subject Lead for Mathematics via the school office.