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Irrawang High School

Irrawang High School

Achievement through learning and participation

Telephone02 4987 4687

Emailirrawang-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Mathematics

The study of mathematics is mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10. 

By studying mathematics, students learn to work mathematically – developing fluency, understanding, problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills.

The syllabus consists of the following strands:

  • number and algebra
  • measurement and geometry
  • statistics and probability.

In Year 11 and 12, the study of mathematics is optional. Courses offered include:

  • Mathematics Extension 2 (Year 12 only)
  • Mathematics Extension 1
  • Mathematics Advanced
  • Mathematics Standard 2
  • Mathematics Standard 1 (Optional HSC examination)
  • Mathematics Life Skills.

Staff:

Ms Matthew Rogers - Head Teacher (Rel)

Mr Peter Furey

Mrs Hayley Firth

Mr Joshua Woodland

Mrs Tiffany White

Mrs Catherine Witcomb ​

Mr Jacob Corrigan

Ms Veronica Helly

GATS - (Gifted and talented students)

GATS students are given the opportunity to learn in a differentiated learning space to cater for their extended ability.

NUMERACY

In addition to their usual mathematics lesson, all Year 7 students participate in a hands-on activity based lesson to target their numeracy and problem solving skills.