Putting mathematical knowledge and understanding to constructive use has been one of the decisive factors in shaping societies. Engineering, science, technology and business rely upon mathematics and continue to find new applications for mathematics. Also cultural development and artistic endeavour are influenced by mathematics. Each of us uses mathematical skills and concepts in everyday life. To face the challenges of the 21st century, each young person needs to have confidence in using mathematical skills and Scotland needs both specialist mathematicians and a highly numerate population.
Learning through mathematics and numeracy enables children and young people to:
- develop essential numeracy skills, which allow them to participate fully in society
- develop a secure understanding of the concepts, principles and processes of mathematics and apply these in different contexts, including the world of work
- have an understanding of the application of mathematics, its impact on our society past and present and its potential for the future
- establish firm foundations for further specialist learning e.g. for those who will be the mathematicians of the future.
In Bargeddie Primary, children will be introduced to concepts within the following areas of mathematics and numeracy-
- Number, Money and Measure
- Shape, Position and Movement
- Information Handling
- Problem Solving
We also aim to develop skills in mental maths calculations. Children work as individuals, in pairs and / or as part of a group during maths / numeracy time. We incorporate interactive activities within our programmes of work to teach, reinforce and consolidate maths / numeracy concepts. I.C.T. is a regular feature and children utilise interactive programmes and websites on a daily basis.
Please see the below PowerPoint about how you could support your child within Early Numeracy and Mathematics:
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