Mathematics Curriculum Posts
Swinemoor News #29 – Mega Maths and Super Science
Today's edition focuses on our annual Mega Maths and Super Science morning. Take a look to see the many different activities the children have been involved in.
Measuring in Year 1/2
Last week, the children in both Year 1/2 classes have been working on developing their measuring skills in their maths lessons. The children in Year 2 have been measuring different objects in both centimetres and [...]
Learning numbers to five
Last week in Miss Overton’s class pupils have been focusing on learning numbers to five. They have done this by looking at nursery rhymes which have numbers in them. They have been learning to sing [...]
Tetrahedron Building
On Thursday 11th September, Mrs Wilson’s morning group took part in an exciting maths challenge. They worked in groups to build a giant tetrahedron in the hall using sticks and elastic bands. A tetrahedron is [...]
Mega Maths and Super Science
Building on the success of last year’s Mega Maths Morning, we decided to combine Maths and Science to broaden the children’s knowledge and understanding of both subjects. Children in each year group worked in teams [...]
The New Maths Curriculum 2014
The new maths curriculum begins in September 2014. We speak with our pupils about the various uses for maths and what they enjoy.
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”
“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
