Mathematics
St Roch's Parish Primary School 
Helping children understand the role of maths in the world around them supports learning in fun and meaningful ways. From planning a trip to setting the table, maths helps us solve problems and make decisions every day.
Maths Game: Shape Spy
Exploring shapes sharpens observation and geometry skills, which are key parts of the maths curriculum.
How to Play:
- Choose a room in your house (or explore outside) and challenge your child to find as many shapes as they can.
- For younger children, stick with basic shapes (circle, square, triangle). For older children, include 3D shapes (sphere, cylinder, cube) or angles.
- Extend the challenge by having them describe features: "How many sides does it have? Are the sides equal?"
- Keep a tally of each shape they find and make a simple bar graph afterward.
This activity builds spatial awareness and encourages children to see maths in their everyday surroundings.
Maths at Home Tip: Use Maths in Planning
Whether you're planning a family outing or organising a birthday party, involve your child in the process. Ask them to help with counting guests, setting a budget, working out travel time, or dividing food portions. These practical applications of maths support real-world understanding and give your child ownership of the learning process.
Maths becomes more engaging when it’s linked to everyday life. Keep looking for ways to bring numbers and problem-solving into your routines!
Matthew Crowe
Mathematics Leader