Mathematics

At St Aloysius every student receives one hour of Mathematics learning each day. We focus on building maths basics through daily ‘Westwood’ drills (Quick mental maths). Our students are assessed using the Mathematics Assessment Interview (MAI) which assists in targeted teaching toward individual needs. Competence in Mathematics enhances both our understanding of the world and the quality of participation in Australian society.  Mathematics deals with concepts in the domains of; number, measurement, shape, chance and data and reasoning and strategy.
 
Through learning mathematics children will work towards:
 

• building up a bank of strategies to solve problems
• developing knowledge and skills in using mathematics for everyday situations
• enjoying the challenges of and discoveries in how number works
• using materials and technology appropriately and effectively to support the learning of mathematics.