Aims of Syllabus

The Primary Mathematics Syllabus aims to enable all students to:

• acquire mathematical concepts and skills for everyday use and continuous learning in mathematics;
• develop thinking, reasoning, communication, application and metacognitive skills through a mathematical approach to problem-solving; and
• build confidence and foster interest in mathematics

Source: MOE, Singapore

What is covered in this lesson?

In this lesson we will cover 3 commonly tested concepts.

1. Grouping consider Remainder.
2. Grouping ignore Remainder.
3. Difference concepts

In the grouping questions, we will be teaching the students how to handle “Remainders”. In what setting should “Remainder” be considered, and when “Remainder” can be ignored.

Who is suitable to take this course?

• 9 years old
• Singapore – Primary 3
• Malaysia – Form 3
• American system – Grade 3
• UK system – Year 3