Mathematics

Mathematics Framework

Teaching Of Heuristics and Problem Solving

A school-wide approach is adopted in the teaching of Heuristic and problem-solving skills.

Teaching of Heuristic and problem-solving skills is done in a spiral manner where basic skills are taught in the Lower Primary (P1 to P3). As learning progresses, at the Upper Primary (P4 to P6), more details are introduced, while at the same time they are related to the basics which are

Examples of Heuristic skills
Patterns
Guess & Check
Listing
Working Backwards
Before & After Concepts

Mathematics In Modules Programme (M ² P)

The Mathematics in Modules Programme (M ² P) is a 2-year programme that is specially designed to meet the learning needs of our P5 and P6 pupils. In M ² P, similar topics covered in both P5 and P6 restructured and taught as modules. The programme aims to make connections in pupils’ learning experiences when acquiring mathematical skills and concepts and thus, building their enduring understandings.

M ² P At A Glance
Regular P5 and P6 Mathematics Scheme Of Work

P5	P6
Whole Numbers	Algebra
Fractions 1	Fractions 2
Area Of Triangles	Ratio 2
Ratio 1	Percentage 2
Volume 1	Volume 2
Decimals	Triangles & 4-Sided Figures 2
Percentage 1	Circles
Average	Pie Charts
Angles	Speed
Triangles & 4-Sided Figures 1	Solid Figures

P5 & P6 Mathematics Scheme Of Work For M ² P

P5	P6
Whole Numbers	Algebra
Fractions 1, 2	Percentage 1, 2
Area Of Triangles	Volume 1, 2
Ratio 1, 2	Circles
Decimals	Pie Charts
Average	Speed
Angles	Solid Figures
Triangles and 4-Sided Figures 1, 2

Play & Learn Programme

The Department believes in helping pupils build strong foundation in Primary Maths through a structured P&L teaching sequence and supporting manipulative and materials based on the concrete-pictorial-abstract (CPA) approach.


With the CPA approach, pupils are first allowed to play with manipulatives which help them get a better feel of what they are learning. Pictorial representations are then used to illustrate the problem/concept in another manner for pupils to read and interpret. When pupils demonstrate readiness, they will be introduced the abstract representation such as numbers or letters.

Mathematics Olympiad Training

Mathematics Olympiad Training sessions are organised for P2 to P6 pupils with very good mastery of the subject. Those with potential will also be identified to represent the school in external competitions like the Hwa Chong Institution & NUS High Mathematics Olympiad Competitions.