Mathematics
Explore how the Mathematics Department makes learning engaging and meaningful through hands-on activities and competitions, building strong problem-solving skills in every student.
Mathematics Department
Vision
Excellence in the teaching and learning of Mathematics to nurture self-directed learners and analytical problem-solvers.
Mission
L.E.A.R.N.
Learn to learn
Enjoy Mathematics
Appreciate and apply
Reflect on learning
Never give up
Subjects Offered
Mathematics
Additional Mathematics
Our Approach to Mathematics Learning
At Anderson Secondary School, we believe that Mathematics is more than finding the right answer. It develops the confidence and habits of mind students need to analyse information, make connections, solve problems and make informed decisions.
Through authentic learning experiences, interdisciplinary projects and enrichment opportunities, students learn to apply Mathematics beyond the classroom. Our programmes encourage them to be curious, think critically, adapt their approaches and persevere when faced with unfamiliar challenges.
STEM × Computational Thinking
Through collaboration between the Mathematics and Science Departments, students apply Computational Thinking in their Science Research Project to deepen their learning in STEM.
Students learn to break complex problems into manageable parts, identify patterns, organise information and develop systematic solutions. By applying these approaches across subjects, they recognise the connections between Mathematics, Science and technology, while strengthening their critical and inventive thinking skills.
Alternative Assessments: Mathematics in Action
Learning and assessment extend beyond conventional written tasks. Through Alternative Assessments (AA), students engage with authentic, real-world problems that require them to apply mathematical concepts in meaningful contexts.
The AA adopts a process-oriented approach, focusing not only on the final answer but also on how students think, reason and communicate their mathematical ideas. Through authentic tasks, students interpret information, make assumptions, compare approaches and justify their decisions. In doing so, they develop collaboration, critical thinking and adaptive thinking - important competencies for navigating an increasingly complex world.
As part of preparing students for a technology-enabled world, they are also guided on the responsible use of AI, with an emphasis on using technology to support, rather than replace, their own mathematical thinking.
Ultimately, the Mathematics AA aims to help students see mathematics as more than just calculations, but as a tool for understanding problems, making informed decisions and solving real-world challenges.
Applying Mathematics to authentic situations helps students develop critical thinking, adaptability and confidence in communicating their reasoning.
Applying Mathematics to Real-World Problems: Students take authentic measurements to estimate production costs.
Math Spotlight: Connecting Mathematics to Our World
Math Spotlight brings Mathematics beyond the textbook by connecting what students learn to real-world issues, everyday decisions and emerging technologies.
Through student-created features, students research and communicate how Mathematics shapes the world around them. Topics have included financial decision-making, credit-card debt, coordinate geometry, graphs and functions in artificial intelligence, and recent mathematical breakthroughs.
The initiative also encourages students to consider how mathematical knowledge should be used responsibly. In creating and sharing their features, students develop curiosity, communication skills and a deeper appreciation of the relevance and influence of Mathematics.
Through Math Spotlight, students also reflect on how mathematical knowledge can be used with curiosity, courage, honesty and responsibility.
Talent Development: Extending Mathematical Thinking
Students with an interest and aptitude in Mathematics are given opportunities to challenge themselves beyond the curriculum.
Through Mathematics competitions, enrichment activities and collaborative problem-solving experiences, students encounter unfamiliar and more sophisticated problems. These opportunities encourage them to think creatively, explore different strategies and persevere through challenging tasks.
More importantly, students learn that success in Mathematics is not only about arriving at an answer. It is also about being willing to investigate, learn from unsuccessful attempts and improve one’s thinking.
Our Achievements
- 2026 NIE Math Challenge: 9 High Distinction, 12 Distinction
- 2026 Singapore Mathematics Olympiad: 2 Silver, 2 Bronze, 18 Honorable Mention
- 2026 Australian Mathematics Competition: 2 High Distinction, 13 Distinction
NIE Math Challenge 2026
Singapore Mathematics Olympiad 2026
Math Workshop at NYJC
Talent Development Programme
Students deepen their mathematical thinking and develop perseverance through enrichment and competition opportunities.
Beyond specialised training and competitions, some Mathematics Talent Development Programme students also volunteered as peer tutors, supporting their juniors through the Mathematics Peer Tutoring Programme. Through this, they deepen their own understanding while developing leadership, communication and collaboration skills, and inspire their juniors to grow in confidence in Mathematics.
Peer Tutoring in Action: Math TDP students share their mathematical knowledge while supporting their juniors’ learning.
Across these learning experiences, we want every student to see Mathematics as meaningful, relevant and within their reach. As students grow in mathematical knowledge and confidence, they also learn to think carefully, communicate clearly, adapt when faced with challenges and use what they know responsibly.
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