At Frankston East we are continuing to integrate research-based, evidence proven practices across all curriculum areas. The Science of Maths approach to teaching Mathematics applies cognitive science principles to improve student learning. It focuses on how students think, process, and retain mathematical concepts effectively.

Some Key Principles are:

Explicit Instruction

• Teachers provide clear, step-by-step explanations with guided practice.
• Concepts are broken down into manageable parts, ensuring students grasp each step before moving forward.

Cognitive Load

• Avoids overwhelming students by limiting new information at one time.
• Uses scaffolding, chunking, and worked examples to enhance understanding.

Daily Review

• Reinforces previously learned concepts to strengthen retention.
• Helps students make connections between past and new learning.

Automaticity of Basic Facts

• Focuses on fluency with basic maths facts (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Reduces cognitive load so students can focus on problem-solving rather than calculations.

Check for Understanding

• Teachers frequently assess comprehension through questioning and formative assessments.
• Ensures misconceptions are addressed before moving to new content.

Active Participation

• Teachers frequently assess comprehension through questioning and formative assessments.
• Engages students through action responses (gestures, movement, using manipulatives).
• Encourages written responses (solving problems on whiteboards, showing work, explaining reasoning in writing).
• Promotes oral responses (answering questions, discussing with partners, explaining thinking aloud).
• Ensures all students are actively thinking and involved in the learning process.

By implementing and embedding these approaches we aim to ensure that every student at Frankston East has access to an equitable and excellent learning experience.