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 4
- 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
- MA4-EQU-C-01
solves linear equations of up to 2 steps and quadratic equations of the form
Represent Loading involving unknown quantities using Loading
Describe number sentences as Loading
Distinguish between and compare Loading and equations
Solve Loading with Loading and non-integer solutions using algebraic techniques that involve up to 2 steps, including equations with pronumerals on both sides
Model and solve word problems using equations of up to 2 steps
Verify solutions to equations by substitution
Solve problems involving linear equations, including those arising from substituting given values into formulas
Reason why there are 2 values of that satisfy a quadratic equation of the form if
Solve problems involving quadratic equations of the form , giving answers in exact form and as decimal approximations
Solve Loading arising from substitution into a formula