Mathematicians designing homes

During Mathematics lessons Year 5 students have been focusing on calculating and measuring length, perimeter and area of a range of objects and spaces. Students enjoyed authentic learning experiences by using a range of measuring tools to measure outdoor spaces as well as one another’s heights. The students then also applied their knowledge of this to be engaged in an inquiry-based learning activity to design the floor plans of their own home. The students were given clear guidelines for what their homes needed to include and thoroughly enjoyed the mathematical process of this task. They came to understand the importance of precision when measuring and calculating the perimeter of their house.

Bryony Williams
Year 5 Teacher