Maths

Mathematics K-6 aims to:

• create favourable attitudes towards mathematics and stimulate students' interest in mathematics.
• develop in students a sound understanding of mathematical concepts, processes and strategies and the capacity to use these in solving problems.
• develop in students the ability to recognise the mathematics in everyday situations.
• develop in students the ability to apply their mathematics to analyse situations and solve real-life problems.
• develop in students appropriate language for the effective communication of mathematical ideas and experiences.
• develop in students an appreciation of the applications to mathematics of technology, including calculators and computers.
• encourage students to use mathematics creatively in expressing new ideas and discoveries and to recognise the mathematical elements in other creative pursuits.
• challenge students to achieve at a level of accuracy and excellence appropriate to their particular stage of development.

A syllabus is a document that gives teachers an outline of what students are to be taught in a specific learning area.

The syllabus and other supporting material for Mathematics K-6 is available from the Board of Studies.