Hope Academy International’s educational programming is based on the framework and standards of both the British Curriculum and the Ugandan Curriculum. Mathematics plays a crucial role in our curriculum. It not only equips students with the ability to understand the world around them and reason mathematically but also instills an appreciation for the beauty and power of the subject. We cover various important areas within Mathematics, including number and place value, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, fractions, measurement, and geometry.

To deliver high-quality Mathematics education, we utilize the Power Maths scheme, a teaching resource developed by Pearson. This scheme is specifically designed to meet the requirements of the national curriculum. It not only addresses the curriculum objectives but also aims to spark curiosity and excitement among students while nurturing their confidence in the subject. We believe that by adopting these approaches, our students will have a solid foundation in Mathematics and develop a lifelong love for the subject. Our P1 and P2 Mathematics program engages children as they explore foundational concepts in numbers, measurements, and geometry. Here’s an overview of our mathematics modules:

Numbers

Number and Place Value

Students will develop their understanding of numbers and place value. They will learn to count forwards and backward up to 100, starting from 0 or 1 or from any given number. Reading and writing numbers in numerals up to 100 will be practiced. They will also count in multiples of twos, fives, and tens. Identifying one more and one less than a given number will be emphasized, along with representing numbers using objects, pictures, and number lines. Additionally, they will learn to read and write numbers from 1 to 20 in both numerals and words.

Addition and Subtraction

Students will work on addition and subtraction skills. They will read, write, and interpret mathematical statements involving addition, subtraction, and equals signs. Understanding number bonds and related subtraction facts within 20 will be taught. Children will practice adding and subtracting one-digit and two-digit numbers up to 20, including zero. They will also solve one-step problems involving addition and subtraction using concrete objects, pictures, and missing number problems.

Multiplication and Division

This module focuses on multiplication and division concepts. Children will solve one-step problems involving multiplication and division using concrete objects, pictorial representations, and arrays (objects arranged in rows and columns).

Fractions

Students will learn about fractions. They will recognize and name a half as one of two equal parts of an object, shape, or quantity. Additionally, they will recognize and name a quarter as one of four equal parts of an object, shape, or quantity.

Measurement

This module covers various aspects of measurement. Children will compare, describe, and solve practical problems related to lengths and heights, mass/weight, capacity and volume, and time. They will begin to measure and record lengths, heights, mass/weight, capacity and volume, and time using appropriate units. They will also develop an understanding of money by recognizing and knowing the value of different coins and notes. Additionally, they will learn to sequence events in chronological order, use language related to dates and tell time to the hour and half past the hour.

Geometry

Properties of Shapes

Students will learn about common 2-D and 3-D shapes. They will recognize and name shapes such as rectangles, squares, circles, triangles, cubes, pyramids, and spheres.

Position and Direction

This module focuses on describing position, direction, and movement. Children will learn to describe whole, half, quarter, and three-quarter turns.