Mathematics
Maths at Sacred Heart
Cognitive Science coming to life in Mathematics
Daily Review
Did you know that your child engages in a Maths Daily Review every day in the classroom? This short, structured start to lessons, last 10-15 minutes, is designed to reinforce learning, build fluency, and strengthen essential maths skills.
Grounded in Cognitive Science, the Daily Review plays a crucial role in strengthening memory and deepening understanding. Research shows that regular retrieval of previously learned material enhances long-term retention and prevents forgetting. By revisiting past concepts and skills, students build connections, reduce cognitive load, and develop greater confidence in problem-solving.
This evidence-based approach ensures that students retain key mathematical skills, helping them master new learning with ease and efficiency while setting them up for long-term success.
Take a look at our some of student in action this week during Daily Review!
Gone Green
Well done to our Year 2–6 students who have earned their Gone Green certificates on Times Table Rock Stars! This achievement means they can recall all their times table facts in under four seconds—an incredible milestone that strengthens their automatic recall skills.
Each assembly, we will proudly celebrate our newest Gone Green champions with a special certificate. If your child isn’t already practicing, I highly encourage them to spend just 10 minutes a night on TTRS to build their fluency and confidence. Keep up the great work!
Maths at home
Supporting your child’s maths learning at home doesn’t have to be complicated—it can be fun and engaging! In addition to Time Table Rock Stars for Year 2 to 6, here are some great resources to help reinforce key skills in an enjoyable way:
- Topmarks (Hit the Button) – Great for addition, subtraction, times tables and quick recall! www.topmarks.co.uk
- Numberblocks – Perfect for younger learners exploring number sense.
- Cooking & Measuring – Get children involved in measuring ingredients and reading recipes.
- Shopping Maths – Let your child add up totals, work out change, or compare prices at the supermarket
- Set a 1-minute maths challenge each day—how many addition or times table facts can they answer?
- Encourage real-world problem solving—estimating distances, counting coins, or reading timetables.
Making maths a natural part of everyday life helps children see its value and build confidence! Give some of these a try and watch their skills grow! 🚀
Mak Bulte
Maths Leader