Maths

Maths sessions at Montrose Primary School aim to:

Connect to authentic experiences
Address several outcomes in the one task
Differentiate through various entry and exit points
every lesson has simplifications and extensions to cater for all learning needs
Activities have an explicit purpose with clear learning intentions
Make, draw, record/write, talk: Incorporate various learning styles/multiple intelligences
Problem solving is embedded in the task
Incorporate ICT and internet research
Integrate other areas of the curriculum where there are natural connections
Students investigate/create and use their own data
Opportunity for collaborative learning

In Term 3 every year, students complete a Maths Talent Quest (MTQ) project. This is a rich task that may cover various areas of the Mathematics curriculum. Upon completion, teachers select 2x Excellence winners and 1x Rising Maths Star winner per classroom. Winners receive their awards at assembly and have their projects displayed around the school.

Throughout the year students in Prep-Grade 2 and Grade 3-6 have the option of taking part in the Maths Masterclass. A problem solving task is set for the fortnight and interested students are able to have a go at solving the problem and placing their entry in the orange maths box at the office. Winners are given a certificate and small prize at assembly and have their Masterclass displayed at the office.