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-RQF-01
compares and orders fractions with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10
- MA3-RQF-02
Compare halves and quarters of different sized wholes
Justify the need for fractions to refer to the number 1 as the common whole (Reasons about quantity)
Compare and order unit fractions with denominators of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10 by placing them on a number line
Represent the sum of fractions with the same denominator, recreating the whole, where the result may exceed one
Find the difference between fractions with the same denominator and interpret the answer
Solve word problems that involve fractions with the same denominator
Use diagrams, objects and mental strategies to subtract a unit fraction from any whole number including 1 (the complement principle)