Mathematics

Our comprehensive curriculum is organised by five strands – Number, Algebra, Measurement, Space, and Statistics. Mathematics at PVNPS aims to ensure that students:

- Develop useful mathematical and numeracy skills for everyday life.

- See connections and apply mathematical concepts, skills and processes.

- Are confident mathematicians who will take risk, be persistent and problem solve.

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Instructional time in Mathematics

At Pascoe Vale North Primary School, students engage in 5 hours of Mathematics instruction per week. The curriculum is designed to develop four interconnected proficiencies. The Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 (VTLM 2.0), emphasises explicit teaching alongside applied learning to develop mastery. Explicit teaching involves modelling, demonstration and explanation of skills and concepts. We also present challenging and engaging tasks to all students through a launch – explore- summarise instructional model to engage all students in thinking mathematically, foster student agency and encourages students to think for themselves, as opposed to following recipes and is inclusive and allows all students to access the full curriculum.