Mathematics is essential for success in work and life, yet its importance often goes unrecognised in everyday activities. Building mathematical understanding and skills opens opportunities at home, in the workplace, and in further study. Strong numeracy underpins learning across all areas of the curriculum. At Geraldton Senior High School we strive to develop an appreciation of Mathematics that enriches student understanding and equips them to apply their learning in workplace training and higher education. We aim to nurture our students’ Mathematical Proficiencies by building deep understanding, supporting fluency of thinking, and fostering reasoning that encourages a problem-solving mindset.
Senior Secondary Courses
Students in Years 11–12 select from the following options:
GENERAL COURSES
Mathematics Foundations is a course aimed to develop fundamental numeracy skills and intervention in preparation for OLNA Numeracy.
Mathematics Essential is a vocational maths course covering a range of mathematical topics useful for a variety of work places whether retail, trades, or others.
ATAR COURSES
Mathematics Applications provides suitable preparation for university study in fields like Architecture, Design, Health & Sports Sciences, and Environmental and Biological Sciences.
Mathematics Methods provides preparation for university study in areas requiring calculus and statistical analysis, such as Engineering, Computer Science, Physical Sciences and Commerce.Mathematics Specialist extends and deepens Methods, preparing students for mathematically intensive fields including Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, and Data Science.
Years 7 – 10
Embedded into the Mathematics strands of the WA Curriculum are the Proficiencies of Understanding, Fluency, Problem-solving, and Reasoning.
Number and Algebra
Students compare, add and subtract integers; calculate with indices, fractions and percentages; and solve problems including financial decisions. They use variables, extend number laws to algebra, solve linear equations, substitute values, and model real problems on the Cartesian plane.
Measurement and Geometry
Students describe 3D objects, transformations and angle relationships in the Cartesian plane. They apply formulas for area, perimeter and volume, and classify triangles, quadrilaterals and angles formed by transversals.
Statistics and Probability Students collect and display continuous data, construct plots, and compare mean and median. They calculate averages and range, and determine sample spaces and probabilities for simple experiments.
