Maths at St Columba's

Open Maths Morning Reflection

We extend our sincere gratitude for the overwhelming turnout at our recent Open Maths Morning. Witnessing your active participation was truly heartening. We hope the event provided you with a unique opportunity to step into the shoes of a mathematician, gaining valuable insights into our teaching methods and strategies.

To ensure you stay well informed about our approach, we'd like to share some key information directly from YouCubed and Jo Boaler, prominent figures in mathematics education. By providing this direct insight, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of our practices and how they contribute to your child's learning journey.

If you have any lingering questions or are interested in discussing effective ways to support your child's mathematical development at home, we encourage you to reach out. Your involvement and collaboration are integral to the success of your child's education.

Thank you again for your enthusiastic participation, and we look forward to continuing this journey together.

Boosting Messages VIDEO

Jo Boaler's Seven Keys to a successful approach to maths:

• Everyone can learn math to the highest levels
• Mistakes are valuable
• Questions are really important
• Math is about creativity and making sense
• Math is about connections and communicating
• Math class is about learning, not performing
• Depth is more important than speed