This week, our Nursery and Pre-School children focused on developing their understanding of positional language during their mathematics lesson.
The session began at the maths table, where the children used coloured bears and small tubs to explore spatial concepts. Using visual picture references as a guide, the children practiced placing their bears in various positions around the tubs, such as inside, next to, or behind. They were then encouraged to name the position of their bear, either speaking independently or repeating their teacher.
Following this structured practice, the children took their learning into the wider classroom environment. They independently tested their new knowledge within the continuous provision areas, applying the positional vocabulary to everyday, familiar toys. This hands-on session successfully boosted the children's confidence in both understanding and using mathematical language during play.