TIG Federation

In the TIG Federation, the mathematics curriculum ensures every child—from Nursery through to Year 6—develops a deep, long-term, and adaptable understanding of mathematical concepts. We fully embrace the Mastery Approach, utilising the framework of White Rose Maths as our core foundation. We operate under the firm belief that every single child can succeed in mathematics. To support this, we design our curriculum to spark curiosity, build resilience, and foster a lifelong love of learning.

Rather than chasing rapid acceleration through content, our curriculum prioritises mathematical depth, ensuring children grasp concepts thoroughly before moving forward. We aim for all pupils to develop a rapid and accurate recall of fundamental number facts, which then empowers them to reason mathematically. Through this focus, children learn to explain their thinking, spot patterns, and argue logically using precise mathematical vocabulary. Problem-solving is woven throughout our provision, routinely challenging children to apply their knowledge to unfamiliar, real-world scenarios. Inclusivity sits at the heart of our vision. We maintain equally high expectations for all pupils, employing targeted support during lessons to ensure the entire class progresses together.

Our core school values are deeply embedded within our mathematical culture. Respect is demonstrated daily as we value every child's input, listen to diverse methods, and respect different ways of solving problems. We foster friendship by encouraging pupils to work collaboratively, supporting each other through peer coaching and celebrating collective successes. Finally, compassion guides our learning environment, creating a safe space where mistakes are welcomed as vital learning opportunities, ensuring that no child feels anxious about mathematics.

We deliver our curriculum through a highly structured, sequential approach tailored specifically to the unique needs of our mixed-age class structure. Teachers use the White Rose Maths schemes of learning to plan progressive, cohesive journeys across all cohorts.

A typical lesson in our mixed-age classrooms begins with a whole-class fluency retrieval activity, such as Flashback 4, to activate prior learning and build retrieval stamina. Teachers then introduce a co-teaching anchor task, introducing a shared conceptual problem to the whole class using the Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract (CPA) approach. This method moves children from physical objects like counters and bead strings, to visual models like bar models, before introducing abstract numbers and symbols.

Once the core concept is explored together, learning shifts into differentiated independent practice split by year-group expectations. Throughout all of this, teachers model exact technical language daily, and children are expected to answer in full sentences using precise mathematical vocabulary.

This journey begins in the Early Years Foundation Stage, where the curriculum focuses on foundational skills. In Nursery, the emphasis is on spatial awareness, pattern-making, and deep number sense through purposeful play and adult-led sessions. To bridge the gap between EYFS and Key Stage 1, Reception introduces Power Maths alongside White Rose principles. This hybrid approach introduces children to structured journal characters, mathematical storytelling, and interactive problem-solving. This early alignment successfully establishes the routines, expectations and visual modelling styles required for a seamless transition into Year 1.

Our mastery framework is fully inclusive, ensuring that SEND pupils access the same core curriculum as their peers rather than being given completely separate or lower-level tasks. We scaffold learning through the prolonged use of concrete apparatus, visual word banks, and the pre-teaching of key vocabulary.

To drive fluency and track progress, we embed targeted digital platforms and rigorous assessment tools. We utilise NumBots in EYFS and Key Stage 1 to secure foundational number sense, transitioning to Times Tables Rock Stars across Key Stage 2 to drive rapid multiplication recall. Formative assessment happens constantly during lessons, supplemented by White Rose End-of-Block assessments to identify and target misconceptions immediately. On a termly basis, we administer standardised PUMA tests to track progress, pinpoint learning gaps, and inform tailored interventions.