Around the world with maths

The class teacher commences this Year 5/6 extension Mathematics class revising previous mathematical methods and strategies for problem solving. The teacher sees herself as a facilitator to support students’ independent learning. To encourage contributions from all students, she allocates specific roles to each group member. The groups go on a virtual journey around the world to solve real-world maths problems. The teacher concludes the class with reflection to reinforce what the students have achieved.  

Seaforth Primary School is located across two campuses in the north of Sydney. The school has a high profile in the arts and sport and has capitalised on the strong arts program to promote science within the school community. The school employs a specialist teacher to deliver science in a dedicated science space across all classes. The active parent community supports the school in a variety of ways including assisting in class to support the learning of all students.