K–10Mathematics K–10 Syllabus
Mathematics for K−2
The new syllabus must now be taught in Kindergarten to Year 2 in all NSW primary schools.
Mathematics for 3−10
The new syllabus is to be taught in Years 3 to 10 from 2024.
2024 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts.
Content
Stage 3
- MAO-WM-01
develops understanding and fluency in mathematics through exploring and connecting mathematical concepts, choosing and applying mathematical techniques to solve problems, and communicating their thinking and reasoning coherently and clearly
- MA3-AR-01
selects and applies appropriate strategies to solve addition and subtraction problems
Solve multistep word problems, including problems that require more than one operation
Compare, evaluate and communicate strategies used to solve addition and subtraction problems
Model the addition and subtraction of decimals up to 3 decimal places using appropriate representations
Solve word problems involving the addition and subtraction of decimals up to 3 decimal places
Justify why the strategy used to solve addition and subtraction word problems is appropriate (Reasons about quantity)