What’s happening in Year 6

06 CORE 3 – Maths

Students have been exploring Two-Dimensional Spatial Structure in mathematics. They have been learning how shapes can be transformed using translations, reflections, and rotations, all while maintaining their original size and proportions. One of the highlights so far was a creative transformation activity. Each student received a grid filled with shapes and a set of instructions to manipulate them. As they carefully followed the steps moving, flipping, and rotating shapes; their grids began to reveal hidden animal patterns. This activity not only reinforced key mathematical concepts but also encouraged critical thinking, attention to detail, and perseverance and was definitely a class favourite! 

Sian Tierney
Year 6 Teacher

06 CORE 4 – Mathematics Scavenger hunt

In a recent Mathematics lesson, our students brought their division and multiplication skills to life through an engaging scavenger hunt activity. They tackled word problems that required not only accurate computation but also critical thinking to decode clues and uncover a hidden phrase. This hands-on approach helped reinforce key numeracy concepts in a fun and collaborative way. It was wonderful to see students motivated by both the challenge and the sense of discovery as they connected maths to real-world problem-solving.

Ann Milicic
Year 6 Teacher