What is the LNF framework?
The National Literacy and Numeracy Framework (LNF) is designed to help teachers embed literacy and numeracy into all subjects for learners aged 5 to 14.
What is the literacy and numeracy framework in Wales?
Literacy, numeracy and digital competence are mandatory cross-curricular skills within Curriculum for Wales. It will be the responsibility of all practitioners, across all curriculum areas, to develop and ensure progression in these skills.
When was the literacy and numeracy framework introduced in Wales?
2012
The National Literacy and Numeracy Programmes published in 2012 set out our plans to improve the literacy and numeracy skills of learners across Wales. The plans set out a number of policy measures which aimed for real and lasting change in the way we approach these essential skills.
Is the LNF statutory?
The LNF is a statutory curriculum requirement for learners aged 5 to 14. There is a statutory requirement for schools to formatively assess learners’ literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum using the LNF.
What are literacy and numeracy skills?
Numeracy is not always taught in the classroom: it means having the confidence and skills to use maths to solve problems in everyday life. Numeracy is as important as literacy – it’s sometimes called ‘mathematical literacy’ – and we need both to get on in life.
Is the national curriculum statutory?
The National Curriculum provides an outline of core knowledge around which teachers can develop exciting and stimulating lessons. The National Curriculum is assessed by national tests. The National Curriculum 2014 became statutory from September 2014.
What are pedagogy principles?
The key pedagogical principles focused on teaching‐learning arrangements and methods, relationship to pupils and learning environment, general educational principles, and expected skills and attitudes. The first two were among the most often described cases of successful teaching‐learning events.
What ages are the progression steps?
Progression steps relate broadly to expectations at ages 5, 8, 11, 14 and 16. Progression steps should be reference points, providing a ‘road map’ for each individual learner’s progress in their learning, not universal expectations of their performance at fixed points.
What is numeracy early years?
Numeracy is the ability to recognise and apply maths concepts in all areas of life. Everyday activities like counting, looking at shapes, and talking about sizes can help children develop early numeracy and maths skills.
Why is maths important in early years?
Math is an important part of learning for children in the early years because it provides vital life skills. They will help children problem solve, measure and develop their own spatial awareness, and teach them how to use and understand shapes.