Emergent Maths

Why is maths important in the EYFS?

• Solely for spatial awareness.

• For developing problem-solving skills and understanding shapes and measures.

• Only for improving numeracy.

• It is not considered important.

What themes should be paid particular attention to for developing mathematical skills?

• CPD, Under 2s, Bookshelf, Giveaways

• Technology & Innovation, Nursery Management

• Outdoor activities, indoor games, storytelling, singing

• A unique child, positive relationships, enabling environments, learning and development

How can positive relationships help children in maths?

• Focusing solely on numeracy

• Limiting their exploration to indoor activities

• Giving children the confidence to discover and develop their mathematical skills

• By providing strict guidelines

What role does the outdoor environment play in learning maths in the EYFS?

• No significant role

• Only for physical education

• Helps in discovering shapes and numbers naturally

• Used for breaks between maths lessons

What is the purpose of the Maths Champions project?

• Solely for improving nursery management

• To discourage the teaching of maths in early years

• To provide free resources for all subjects

• To ensure practitioners have the skills to offer the best mathematical opportunities

How does NDNA support mathematical development outside the Maths Champions project?

• Offering physical education training

• Focusing on nursery management only

• Providing technology and innovation insights

• By running online maths courses

What is NDNA?

• A technology company

• A food and nutrition organization

• An outdoor activities facilitator

• A national charity and membership association for children's nurseries

What does enabling environments help children to discover in EYFS?

• Nursery management techniques

• Technology and innovation skills

• Only indoor activities

• Maths through indoor and outdoor play

What is the importance of learning and development in EYFS maths?

• To limit children's exploration

• To focus on technology use only

• To provide a range of activities that support individual needs

• Solely to improve physical development

How can cooking activities help children learn maths?

• By focusing on technology and innovation

• Only by improving their cooking skills

• Cooking is not related to maths learning

• By teaching them about quantities and measures