* An understanding of mathematics assists us to organize and make sense of our world and provides us with the necessary skills for the future.
* Many occupations rely on mathematical understanding and skills. With the advance of technology, mathematics is now incorporated into even more careers as an important component.
* Mathematics can also be enjoyable. Having a problem to solve and manipulating symbols can be intrinsically interesting and rewarding.
* Mathematics should be relevant to the children's experiences, interests and capabilities.
* Children should be actively involved using a variety of materials and approaches.
* The program should cater for individual differences ensuring all children experience success.
* Estimation and approximation in all areas of mathematics are important.
* When learning mathematics children should be encouraged to take risks.
* The development of individual strategies for solving problems should be encouraged.
* Communication skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking should be encouraged and developed.
* Use and understanding of technology should be an important part of mathematics.
* Children should develop speed and accuracy in the required computational skills (number facts and processes +, –, x, ÷).
Status:
RATIFIED BY SCHOOL COUNCIL- Pre 1999?
REVIEW DATE -