MATHS Faculty

Our New Mathematics Lab!

We are thrilled to announce our brand-new Mathematics Lab, a space dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the wonders of mathematics. This lab, designed to enhance the learning experience for all students, combines state-of-the-art technology with a rich, engaging environment that encourages exploration and problem-solving.

A Space for Innovation and Discovery:

The Mathematics Lab is equipped with the latest tools and resources to make math come alive. With interactive whiteboards, Chromebooks, and a variety of hands-on materials, the lab provides students with an opportunity to explore mathematical concepts in an interactive and visual way. Whether they are working with geometric shapes, algebraic equations, or data analysis, students will have the chance to see abstract concepts take form right before their eyes.

Hands-On Learning Opportunities:

Our goal is to make math feel exciting and relevant to students' everyday lives. In the lab, students will engage in activities that apply mathematics to real-world scenarios, from measuring angles and distances in the environment to exploring probability and statistics through games and simulations. We believe that learning math should be an adventure, and the lab is designed to ignite curiosity, creativity, and teamwork.

Collaboration and Growth:

The Mathematics Lab is not just about learning independently; it is a space for collaboration. Students will have the chance to work in groups, solving problems together, sharing ideas, and building their communication skills. This collaborative approach will help students realize that Mathematics is not just about finding the right answers but also about developing a mindset of inquiry and teamwork.

Supporting Every Student:

We understand that every student has their own unique learning style. The Mathematics Lab is designed to accommodate a variety of learning needs, offering resources and support for students at all levels. Whether you're a math enthusiast or someone who finds math challenging, the lab offers a welcoming space where everyone can grow at their own pace.

Future Plans:

The lab will continue to evolve with new technologies, and we are excited to see how it will inspire the next generation of mathematicians, engineers, and problem solvers.

Let’s embark on this mathematical journey together!

Class Activity – “Shooting Hoops”

Students did an activity on collecting data and creating a frequency table, frequency histogram and frequency polygon.

Some of the skills covered in this activity were measurement using measuring tape, estimation, evaluation and reflection, reasoning, collaboration with a team and using knowledge and skills taught in class to collect data, tabulate and create frequency histograms.

Maths in Spirit Week

Year 7 students played "Family Feud" during Spirit Week. It was very exciting. Students worked in teams and were very engaged and competitive. There were lots of loud positive cheers and celebrations from all the students.

Geometric representation - Similar triangles - Year 9

The work sample is from the unit Geometric Representation in the new stage 5 Mathematics syllabus. In this section, Students are taught how to calculate the size of the missing sides on two similar figures given the scale factor. They are given one shape with known sides and a scale factor, and asked to find the lengths of the sides of the other similar shape. This gives them the appreciation of the relationship between a model and the real object. The same concept is used in figuring out the real distance between two places given a map and the scale.

The other page teaches the students the relationship between a shape and the perimeter and area of a similar shape if given the scale factor.

Real world applications in architectural drawings, engineering drawings, maps , construction and manufacturing.