Priya Nandakumar

A little about me

I teach Year 3 and lead Mathematics across the school. This is a point where mathematical work changes, and I want children to feel that they can make the next step without losing confidence. Clear examples and time to practise can make a new kind of problem less daunting.

I pay attention to how pupils explain their thinking as well as whether they reach an answer. A child may understand an idea but need another way to record it. I look for resources that let teachers see those different approaches and decide what needs more modelling or discussion.

I also value challenge problems for pupils who are ready to explore a question further. The extension should invite reasoning rather than simply offer more of the same. I want all pupils to work with a meaningful mathematical idea and have a chance to explain, test or revise their approach.