Mathematics

In Term One, students will focus on the Mathematics curriculum strands, Number and Algebra, and Statistics and Probability. Learning and teaching will be underpinned by our Whole School Approach to Mathematics, SURF. We will develop a rich understanding of the four strands; Problem Solving, Understanding, Reasoning and Fluency. learners set individualised goals and continually revisit these goals throughout the unit. This monitoring will allow learners to progress in their learning. 

To begin the term, students will explore ‘Data Representation and Interpretation’ by collecting, sorting, presenting and interpreting data. This enables students to learn about each other by applying Mathematics as a tool in real life situations. Additionally, students will develop their understanding of ‘Place Value’ by exploring different ways to represent numbers. They will utilise a range of strategies including physical objects, images, equations and mental strategies to develop flexibility and confidence with numbers. Throughout the unit, students will explore how numbers can be represented and broken down into smaller parts. There will be a strong view on the importance of explaining their thinking and justifying their chosen strategy.

To support your child’s learning at home, you could engage in the following activities:

• Encourage students to explore measurement using everyday objects at home. They can measure the length of a table using their hands or feet, compare the size of different fruits, or measure the height of family members using blocks or books.
• Play games that involve identifying and comparing numbers. For example, you can create a number line on the floor or using masking tape on a wall and ask the child to place numbers in the correct order. You can also play "greater than" and "less than" games using number cards.
• Use a coin to demonstrate probability. Have the child predict whether the coin will land on heads or tails, and then conduct multiple tosses to observe the outcomes. Discuss how the probability of each outcome is 1 out of 2 (or 1/2).