St Paul’s Nursery School and Children’s Centre has published a thought-provoking blog post exploring how early mathematics develops through everyday moments and conversations with children.
The post is rich with practical examples of how parents and carers can support children’s mathematical thinking through everyday activities – noticing the properties of ice, comparing shoes, spotting ladybirds, hearing patterns in songs, or watching what happens when you fold paper or fill a bucket. The key message is that mathematical thinking happens everywhere, and by noticing and talking about these four fundamental concepts, families can give children a confident, capable foundation in early maths.
This blog offers parents and carers a fresh perspective on early mathematics and practical ideas for bringing mathematical thinking into daily family life.
Read the full blog post: https://stpaulschildrenscentre.co.uk/2026/06/25/anchors-roots-and-wings/