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.
2023 Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
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 circumstances.
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-PYT-C-01
applies Pythagoras’ theorem to solve problems in various contexts
Identify and describe the hypotenuse as the side opposite the right angle and the longest side in any right-angled triangle
Establish the relationship between the lengths of the sides of a right-angled triangle
Use the relationship to record and define Pythagoras’ theorem both algebraically and in words
Apply Pythagoras’ theorem to find the unknown length of a side in a right-angled triangle, giving answers in an exact form or as decimal approximations
Apply the converse of Pythagoras’ theorem to establish whether a triangle is right angled
Solve practical problems involving Pythagoras’ theorem before exploring a variety of related problems
Justify whether a set of 3 integers is a Pythagorean triad