Mathematics at Settlers Primary School
At Settlers Primary School, we believe that Mathematics is an essential life skill. It helps children make sense of the world, solve problems, and think logically and creatively. Our approach follows the Western Australian Curriculum, focusing on three key areas: Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry, and Statistics and Probability.
We take a whole-school approach to Mathematics, which means all year levels follow consistent planning, language, and teaching methods. This ensures a smooth progression of learning from one year to the next and helps build strong foundations for every student.
A key part of our approach is the explicit teaching of essential maths skills. Teachers clearly model strategies, guide students through new concepts, and provide opportunities to practise and apply knowledge independently. This approach helps students develop strong understanding and confidence in their mathematical abilities.
We use the Prime Mathematics program across the school to support structured, high-quality instruction. This program is carefully sequenced and helps students build deep conceptual understanding, clear reasoning, and effective problem-solving skills.
In all classrooms, students have access to a wide range of hands-on resources. These materials help them visualise and explore mathematical ideas before moving on to more abstract thinking and written methods. Some lessons also begin with an open-ended or real-world problem, allowing students to demonstrate what they know and apply their learning in meaningful ways.
The Power of Daily Reviews at Settlers
At Settlers, we know that strong learning habits are the foundation of student success. One key strategy we’ve embedded across our classrooms is Daily Review—a high-impact practice that supports long-term retention and deep understanding of key concepts.
Backed by cognitive science and brought to life through our professional learning with Teach Well, Daily Reviews are short, focused sessions at the beginning of lessons that revisit and consolidate prior learning. This regular retrieval practice helps students strengthen their memory, make connections across topics, and grow in confidence.
All our staff have received targeted training to ensure these reviews are purposeful, inclusive, and engaging. Whether it’s rehearsing key vocabulary in Year 1, revisiting multiplication strategies in Year 4, or unpacking persuasive devices in Year 6, our Daily Reviews are designed to maximise every learning moment.
It’s not just about remembering—it’s about thinking hard, connecting knowledge, and building momentum. And at Settlers, that’s how we set our students up to thrive.