Mathematics is a study of patterns and relationships. It is a way of thinking which provides people with organising, analysing and synthesising skills to solve problems. Others think mathematics is also an art, a language and a tool that can be used for everyday life.
Learning Mathematics is fundamental to understanding the world in which we live and work. It helps people to clarify ideas, to ask questions, to test explanations through measurement and observation, and to use their findings to make predictions and establish the worth of an idea. It involves mathematical problem solving processes such as: investigating, observing, interpreting and recording of data. It also provides an opportunity for learners to investigate, calculate and solve mathematical problems and events to make decisions which are shaping our world.
The Mathematics syllabus has been designed around learning outcomes which identify the understanding, knowledge, skills, attitudes and values that all learners should achieve and demonstrate by the end of Year Six. The syllabus integrates Mathematical concepts and local knowledge to provide relevant skills and knowledge for all learners. Mathematics is one of the national curriculum learning areas and builds on the teaching and learning of fundamental knowledge and skills from early childhood education.