In New Cumnock Primary School we believe that Numeracy and Maths should be delivered within a learning environment that supports discovery, questioning, relevance, experimenting and most of all enjoyment. Our approach supports the East Ayrshire Numeracy and Mathematics strategy, and is based on a shared understanding of the Lynda Keith approach. This approach strives to ensure that all children develop high levels of numeracy skills through their learning across the curriculum. Through learning and teaching experiences the children will realise that Mathematics is important in our everyday life, allowing us to make sense of the world around us and enabling us to manage our lives. By engaging in cross curricular links and real-life situations children will be given opportunities to make connections and informed predictions.
With this in mind, UNCRC Article 28 states that:
“You have the right to a good quality education. You should be encouraged to go to school to the highest level you can.”
Mrs McNulty is our Numeracy and Mathematics Coordinator and is there to support staff and pupils if they have any questions or queries.
Sumdog is a subscription our school have paid for to support our challenge and application of Numeracy and Mathematics. It is available for all children in P1-7 and they each have their own login details and can access this out of school as well as in their class. There are fun games and challenges which can help develop their Numeracy ability.
Click on the link below to view our Numeracy and Mathematics policy which further details planning, resources and assessment within this curricular area.
