The study of mathematics is mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10.
By studying mathematics, students learn to work mathematically – developing fluency, understanding, problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills.
The syllabus consists of the following strands:
- number and algebra
- measurement and geometry
- statistics and probability.
In Mathematics, students develop their mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding through a range of learning experiences. They develop their problem-solving skills and mathematical reasoning and communication. The strands of Mathematics studied are:
Number and Algebra
- Whole Number
- Addition and Subtraction
- Multiplication and Division
- Fractions and Decimals
- Patterns and Algebra
Measurement and Geometry
- Length
- Area
- Volume and Capacity
- Mass
- Time
- Position
- 2D Shapes
- 3D Objects
Statistics and Probability
- Data
- Chance (starts in Grade 1)
