Engaging approaches to teaching numeracy
In many cases, throughout the school, the teaching of numeracy is highly effective. Most pupils make strong progress in this area, and many demonstrate particular enjoyment in lessons. Teachers regularly challenge pupils through an investigative approach. They encourage pupils to ask questions, spot patterns and make predictions successfully. Staff promote the use of practical equipment to support pupils’ understanding of mathematical concepts consistently. This has a positive impact and from a young age pupils readily select resources to support their thinking. Enjoyable whole-school events such as ‘The Potato Olympics’, where pupils engage in a variety of numeracy activities, capture pupils’ interest effectively. This motivates pupils well and strengthens their ability to apply numeracy skills across the curriculum.