"How To" Maths Videos

The way maths is taught in primary schools has evolved and developed over the years to a point where parents may not recognise the strategies children are using to solve arithmetic problems! These strategies are designed to help children develop a deeper understanding of WHY a method works, rather than just following a set of mechanical steps to find an answer.

Our Calculation Policy sets out these methods in detail, and our Curriculum document helps parents understand when they will be taught.

To further help you support children at home, Mr Thomas has produced these 'How To..' videos that demonstrate the steps children need to take to work through arithmetic problems. We hope they're helpful!

How to find a fraction of a number

How to multiply a fraction by another fraction

How to subtract a proper fraction from a mixed number

How to add fractions that have different denominators

How to divide a fraction by an integer