Mathematics

At Jeannine Manuel School, mathematics is about exploring, questioning and discovering patterns. From counting with natural objects in Nursery to investigating algebra and geometry later in their academic careers, students develop mathematical confidence through hands-on learning, enquiry and regular opportunities to explain their thinking. Concepts are revisited and extended over time, enabling students to make connections and build lasting understanding. This approach develops confident mathematicians who are not only fluent in calculation and mathematical concepts, but also curious, creative and resilient.

Mathematics Through the Years

Early Years

Lower Primary

Students build strong foundations in number, place value, calculation and fractions while exploring geometry, measurement and data handling. Practical resources help bring concepts to life, whether measuring the playground, interpreting graphs linked to science investigations or using money and time in real-life situations. Students are encouraged to compare different strategies and explain how they reached their answers.

Upper Primary

Students tackle increasingly complex concepts including decimals, percentages, algebra, probability and geometry. They investigate mathematical relationships, solve multi-step problems and apply mathematics across the curriculum, from coding and science experiments to geography fieldwork. Learning remains collaborative and enquiry-led, encouraging students to think critically and persevere when faced with new challenges.

Beyond the Classroom

Mathematics is everywhere, and students are encouraged to discover it beyond the classroom. Whether investigating patterns in nature, collecting data during fieldwork, exploring engineering and design in museums such as the Science Museum, or tackling coding and STEM challenges, students experience mathematics in meaningful, real-world contexts.

From Year 3 onwards, all students take part in the Concours Kangourou, an internationally recognised mathematical reasoning competition. Year after year, Jeannine Manuel School students achieve exceptional results, with several regularly placing among the top 100 participants worldwide. The competition celebrates curiosity, logical thinking and perseverance, inspiring students to enjoy mathematics beyond the curriculum.

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Our Unique Bilingual Mathematics Curriculum

More than just words

Different education systems often introduce concepts using different methods and representations. By experiencing Mathematics through both English and French lenses, students learn to approach problems from multiple perspectives, compare strategies and develop greater flexibility in their thinking. They become confident using mathematical language in both languages while gaining a deeper understanding of the concepts that underpin them.