Foundational Maths

At Maple School, our Maths curriculum is designed to equip pupils with the mathematical knowledge and skills needed for everyday life, independence and future employment. We recognise that many pupils have gaps in learning or negative experiences of Maths, so our approach prioritises confidence, relevance and real‑life application.

The curriculum focuses on number for life, money, time, measurement and data handling, enabling pupils to develop the mathematical understanding required to manage daily routines, make informed decisions and solve practical problems.

Maths is delivered through a clearly structured, progressive curriculum aligned to pupils’ cognitive, emotional and developmental needs, progressing from Entry Level through to Functional Skills Levels 1 and 2.

Key features include:

• Real‑life context

  • Where possible Maths is taught through practical activities such as shopping, cooking, timetables, budgeting and measuring.

• Progressive skill development

  • Number skills are developed from counting and place value to calculation and problem solving.

  • Money, time and measurement are revisited regularly to embed learning through repetition and application.

  • Data handling supports decision‑making skills through sorting, comparing and interpreting information.

Assessment is ongoing and informs targeted support, enabling pupils to consolidate learning before moving on.

Through the Maths curriculum at Maple:

• Pupils develop confidence and competence in practical mathematical skills.

• Pupils can apply maths meaningfully to real‑life situations, such as handling money and managing time.