Numeracy

 The aim of mathematics is to develop students who use their mathematical knowledge and skills to enhance their participation and contribution in all aspects of their school life and beyond.

Principles of Mathematics Programme

  • Data is used to inform planning.
  • Differentiated programme that caters for individual needs based on IKAN, GLOSS data. Teacher aide available for support learning.
  • Provide a balanced mathematics programme (including number knowledge, strategy and strands) in the school-wide numeracy block from 9.15am to 10.15am daily.
  • Using evidence based strategies from Numeracy Development Programme (NDP) with Learning Intentions and Success Criteria displayed in classrooms.
  • Schoolwide targets will be based on the New Zealand Curriculum Mathematics Standards.

 

MATHEMATICS
Y 1 Y2
Y3 Y4
Y5 Y6
Y7 Y8
Curriculum Levels
1
2
3
4
National Standard Expectations
1 – 2
 
3 – 4
 
5 – 6
7 – 8
Numeracy
Stages
0, 1, 2, 3, 4
5
6
7
(Starting 8)

 

Assessment

  • Assessment will be measured using:
    • GLOSS tests – Term 2 & Term 4; and
    • IKAN & Numpa as necessary.
  • School Entry Assessment – NUMPA
  • Six Year Assessment – NUMPA 
    If students achieve at Stage Two of the Numeracy framework they will be tested on SPS GLOSS questions.
  • Other assessments will be considered when they are closely aligned to the New Zealand Curriculum Mathematics Standards.
  • Reporting against the National Standards will be undertaken twice yearly.
  • The same levels of achievement will apply for Te Puna Waiora. Achievement will be measured using NUMPA and GLOSS. The New Zealand Curriculum Pangarau Standards will provide the benchmark for assessing achievement.
  • A Numeracy Development Plan will outline the professional development plan for all staff over a 2/3 year period.