Primary 5 Mathematics

January 2016

Some of the Pr. Math Objectives:

• To develop pupils’ understanding of

mathematical concepts in the following areas:

[ Numerical, Geometrical, Statistical & Algebraic ]

• Use mathematical language, symbols and

diagrams to represent and communicate

mathematical ideas;

• Present and interpret information in

written, graphical, diagrammatic and tabular forms

P5 Mathematics

Knowledge – recall specific mathematical

facts, concepts, rules and formulae, and to

perform straightforward computations.

Comprehension – interpret data and usemathematical concepts, rules or formulae to solve routine or familiar mathematical problems.

Application – analyse data and/ or applymathematical concepts, rules or formulae in a complex situation, and to solve unfamiliar problems.

P5 Mathematics

Materials Used

• Course Books 5A & 5B

• Activity Books 5A & 5B (Parts 1 & 2)

• Math Supplementary Worksheets

• More Practice Worksheets

• CA/SA Revision Papers

OnSponge Book + Process Skills Booklet

Activity Book & Worksheets

Objective: Able to use and apply mathematical

concepts taught

• Endorsed by parents & teachers, at least once a

term

• Corrections with workings in green pen

• Supplementary worksheets

(topical worksheets, more practice worksheets,

revision papers, CA/SA papers, etc.) to be filed in

Yellow Arch file

Computer-Based Lessons

Objective: Able to learn mathematics

independently and monitor their own progress

• E-learning: Koobits

* Math problem sums, higher order thinking &

non-routine questions

* Math challenges and competitions for pupils to win

prizes and stay engaged

Format of Paper

The examination format :

Paper 1 (50 min)

non-calculator component to ensure that important

computational skills continue to receive emphasis.

Paper 2 (1 h 40 min)

allows the use of calculators.

Item TypeNumber of

questions

Number of

marks per

questions

Weighting

Multiple-choice

Paper 1 (BK A)

10 1 10%

5 210%

Short-answer

Paper 1 (BK B)

10 1 10%

5 2 10%

Short-answer

Paper 25 2 10%

Structured / Long-

answer

Paper 213 3,4,5 50%

Total 48 1-5 100%

Format of Paper

• The two papers will be taken on the same day

with a recess break between the papers.

• The demand and difficulty level of the papers

will be kept comparable with previous years’.

Format of Paper

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4

CA1 SA1 CA2 SA2

10% 20% 20% 50%

Written paper

(48 questions)

Written paper

(48 questions)

Written paper

(48 questions)

Written paper

(48 questions)

Assessment

Note: There will also be non-weighted assessment tasks during the year.

(Holistic Assessment)

Type of Calculator

• Only calculators that are approved by the

Singapore Examinations & Assessment Board

(SEAB) will be allowed in the examination.

• The list of approved calculators is available on

SEAB’s website: http://www.seab.gov.sg

• To maintain continuity from primary to secondary

education, these calculators can also be used at

the secondary level.

Calculator Model

This year, Nan Hua will be adopting

CASIO fx-96SG Plus

- CASIO model which is valid till 2017

Calculator Workshop

Calculator Workshop:

• Specially arranged for P5 pupils

• Parents to make transport arrangements as needed

• Payment is made through Pupil Edusave for

Singapore Citizens

Date:

• 20th (Wed) or 21st (Thur) January 2016, 2 – 4 p.m.

• Venue: Nan Hua Auditorium

• Details will be stated in notification

Programmes

• Remedial Classes

(Mondays/Fridays – start in T2)

• Math Olympiad Training (Wednesdays)

Beginning in Term 1

Enrichment Programme

P5 Math Olympiad Training

• For pupils with keen interest in Math and enjoy

doing higher-order Math problems

• Conducted by external vendor

• Gives additional exposure to non-routine

problem solving methods

P5 Math Olympiad Training

Date: Begins in early Term 1

Day: Wednesday

Time: 2.00 p.m. – 3.30 p.m.

Venue: Nan Hua Primary School

No. of Sessions: 12 (Participants are required to attend 2 days of lessons during

March holidays, 7.45 a.m. – 10.45 a.m.)

More information on registration & payment will be given at

a later time.

Enrichment Programme

Additional Information

International Competitions and

Assessments for Schools (ICAS) - Math

(Term 3)

More information on registration & payment will be

given at a later time.

Homework

• To be completed & submitted on time

• To attempt all questions

Corrections

• To be completed on time

• Use green pen

• Identify mistakes and update on Content Page

Teachers’ Expectations

• Do filing regularly (content page will be given)

• Revise what had been taught regularly

• Copy down Math homework/ reminders

(in Pupil’s Handbook for parents to help in

monitoring)

Teachers’ Expectations

Thank You