Maths
Explore how our Maths programme uses hands-on learning to build problem-solving skills. Find out about enrichment opportunities and useful resources for students.
Vision
Passionate Mathematics Learner and Analytical Problem Solver
Mission
We seek to support students to acquire mathematical concepts and skills through experiential learning, develop reasoning and thinking skills, and apply them in mathematical problem-solving situations.
Signature Programmes
Experiential Learning
Student centric and vibrant learning experiences are part of our school’s Mathematics curriculum to help students see the meaning and relevance of what they learn. Students are provided with authentic problem-solving situations and they work in groups to solve problems. As students explore and challenge their own assumptions with the guidance of the teachers, students are able to appreciate the connect between conceptual understanding and application. Through working collaboratively, students also developed their critical thinking skills, as well as 21st century competencies.
Some examples of such learning experiences include:
Ratio and Shadow
Students have a glimpse of what engineers or scientists experience in their work. This involves making visible their thinking process followed by questioning and discussion before reaching a solution.
Ancient mathematicians measure the shadows and applied ratio concept to calculate the height of the Great Pyramid.
Students apply equivalent ratio to calculate the height of the school building.
Fieldwork – taking measurement.
Nets of a Milk Carton
Students make connections between what they learn in theory and real-life.
With the knowledge learnt about nets of solid figures, students calculated the capacity of a milk carton.
Students explored if the capacity is really 1 litre as stated in the packaging.
Enrichment
Students who demonstrate potential for learning advanced mathematics are provided the opportunities to participate in programmes to foster independence in the students’ Mathematical thinking skills.
Excellence 2000 Programme (E2K Maths)
This programme is offered to selected Primary 4 and 5 students.
Useful Links
Koobits
Students can access Koobits Learning Portals via member.koobits.com
Portal Introduction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhMbiJqGHHo
FAQs & guides: support.koobits.com
User name: same as student’s SLS user name
Maths Olympiad Competitions
The school provides administrative support to assist students in registering as private participants for the following competitions. Please note that this support is limited to the registration process only.
Singapore Mathematical Olympiad for Primary Schools (SMOPS / APMOPS)