“Without mathematics, there’s nothing you can do. Everything around you is mathematics. Everything around you is numbers.” Shakuntala Devi

At Florence Melly we are mathematicians! We want them to have no limits to what their ambitions are and grow up wanting to be meteorologists, accountants, engineers, statisticians or data scientists.

Mathematics is a creative and highly interconnected discipline that has been developed over centuries, providing the solution to some of history’s most intriguing problems. It is essential to everyday life, critical to science, technology and engineering, and necessary for financial literacy and most forms of employment. A high-quality mathematics education therefore provides a foundation for understanding the world, the ability to reason mathematically, an appreciation of the beauty and power of mathematics, and a sense of enjoyment and curiosity about the subject. National Curriculum (2013)

Bringing Maths Alive at Florence Melly!

We often use the vibrancy of Liverpool as a vehicle to enrich pupils’ time in our school with memorable and unforgettable experiences, trips, lessons and clubs. Here are just a few examples of how we have brought our maths curriculum alive this year:

Our staff and pupils pulled on their number themed attire in order of celebrating the annual NSPCC Number Day! Miss Byott, our Maths Lead, arranged a fun-filled maths inspired day for the children to enjoy. The children certainly dressed for the occasion and they tackled a range of maths challenges in honour of the event. As well has having lots of fun, we raised a whopping amount for this worthwhile charity! We are all mathematicians at Flo Melly!

Our Maths Curriculum Rationale

Maths Subject Characteristics

Mathematics subject specific characteristics, which we expect the children to demonstrate, have been developed and shared with all stakeholders. These characteristics underpin all work in maths and form a focal point for display areas and provide a common subject specific vocabulary for staff and pupils.

At Florence Melly, we are Mathematicians. We have…

An understanding of the important concepts and an ability to make connections within mathematics.
A broad range of skills in using and applying mathematics.
Fluent knowledge and recall of number facts and the number system.
The ability to show initiative in solving problems in a wide range of contexts, including the new or unusual.
The ability to think independently and to persevere when faced with challenges, showing a confidence of success.
The ability to embrace the value of learning from mistakes and false starts.
The ability to reason, generalise and make sense of solutions.
Fluency in performing written and mental calculations and mathematical techniques.
A wide range of mathematical vocabulary.
A commitment to and passion for the subject.