Digital maths solutions like Mathseeds and Mathletics are emerging as valuable supports for schools navigating this transition. Built on robust Science of Learning principles, these programs align comprehensively with the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum’s Understand-Know-Do framework, drawing attention from educators nationwide.
Adding further weight to their effectiveness, both programs have achieved Level II certification under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), independently validating their effectiveness in improving maths achievement.
Comprehensive alignment with the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum
The foundations of Mathseeds and Mathletics directly support the New Zealand Curriculum’s emphasis on explicit teaching and rich tasks. Their year-by-year teaching sequences and differentiated learning paths ensure every student can access learning at their level – a key focus of the refreshed curriculum.
For Years 4-8, Mathletics incorporates the 10 High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) developed by renowned New Zealand education researcher John Hattie during his influential tenure at Auckland University.
These evidence-based strategies, along with the program's comprehensive curriculum alignment through structured progressions, support both conceptual understanding and procedural fluency.
"Mathletics covers a range of areas across the maths curriculum and is an excellent support in the classroom, especially with large class numbers!" explains Tyler R, a teacher at Hamilton East School.
Early years educators are experiencing similar success with Mathseeds (Years 0-3). The program's approach to minimising cognitive load through structured content delivery matches the New Zealand Curriculum’s progression model perfectly.
"Mathseeds has clear learning targets for each module and good learning outcomes... it’s easy for children to use and very enjoyable!" notes Joy K, Teacher at Balfour School.
The programs' systematic approach also includes carefully sequenced learning activities that provide multiple practice opportunities.
Supporting assessment for learning
Assessment for learning stands as a crucial element of the curriculum and both programs deliver sophisticated tracking and reporting features that support this requirement.
Teachers can monitor individual and class progress against curriculum requirements in real-time, quickly identifying areas needing reinforcement.
Detailed performance analytics and comprehensive progress reports help inform teaching decisions, while the ability to customise content ensures teachers can meet diverse learning needs within their classroom.
"It's easy to use, it's a great resource for lesson follow-up tasks, independent tasks, homework and the reports give excellent data," says Moana, a teacher at St Joseph's School, who has been implementing these digital tools.
Future-focused teaching
As schools continue implementing the refreshed curriculum, these independently validated tools are helping teachers maintain rigorous curriculum alignment while making mathematics engaging and accessible.
The combination of proven results and comprehensive support suggests these digital solutions will play an increasingly important role in New Zealand maths education.
Advanced features support long-term success through:
- Technology that can be tailored to meet student needs
- Regular content updates reflecting curriculum changes
- Dedicated implementation support
- Extensive professional development resources
- System enhancements based on teacher feedback.
"Finally, a maths program that is both kid-friendly and academically sound," shares one educator, reflecting the balance between engagement and the mathematical rigor that the New Zealand Curriculum emphasises.
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