New Primary Maths Curriculum

The Department of Education has introduced a new Maths Curriculum for children in primary and special schools. This curriculum outlines what children will learn in maths at every class level. It began in the 2024/2025 school year and brings positive changes to how maths is taught and experienced in schools.
 
What Does This Mean for Your Child?
 
The new curriculum aims to help children see maths as an important and useful part of everyday life. While most of what children learn remains the same, there are exciting improvements in how they learn it.
There will be: 
Why Is This Good News?
This hands-on approach to maths has many benefits:
 
Deeper Understanding
Children can explore maths concepts by seeing, touching and using real objects. This helps them truly understand what they are learning.
 
Increased Engagement
Lessons are more interactive and enjoyable. When children use familiar, everyday items, maths feels more interesting and less intimidating.
 
Real-Life Connections
Children learn how maths applies to daily life, helping them see its value beyond the classroom.
 
Supports All Learning Styles
Hands-on activities engage multiple senses, making learning more accessible and inclusive for all children.