At St Leo's, Mathematics is taught through a clear and structured approach that supports all students to build confidence and success, aligned with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0.

Students participate in a dedicated one-hour Mathematics lesson each day, where teachers use explicit teaching to clearly model new concepts and skills. Lessons include a daily review to revisit and strengthen previously learned knowledge, helping students make connections and retain key understandings.

In addition to the daily Mathematics lesson, students engage in a 15-minute number fluency program. This focused time supports the development of quick and accurate recall of number facts, which is essential for success across all areas of Mathematics.

Our teaching is supported by high-quality Ochre resources, ensuring lessons are consistent, evidence-based, and aligned with curriculum expectations. We use regular assessment to inform our planning, including PAT-M, as well as pre- and post-assessment data. This allows teachers to identify student needs, monitor progress, and adjust instruction accordingly.

We place a strong emphasis on the use of concrete materials, allowing students to explore and understand mathematical concepts in a hands-on way before moving to more abstract thinking. Students are also given regular opportunities to engage with open-ended questions, encouraging them to think deeply, problem-solve, and explain their reasoning.

Tasks are differentiated to ensure all students can access learning at their level and experience success. Students are provided with meaningful practice opportunities to develop fluency, particularly in number, ensuring they build strong foundations for future learning.