Mathematics

Discover how NV's Mathematics Department builds confident problem solvers through hands-on learning, real-world applications, and talent development programmes.

Last updated 16 July 2026

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Mathematics Department

In NV, we want our students to be excited about learning Mathematics.

The NV mathematics curriculum recognises the diverse learning needs of our students and we have a fundamental belief that all students can learn mathematics.

We want our students to understand Mathematics on a deeper level and become competent problem solvers who can appreciate how Mathematics is applied in the real world.

Students will be guided to make detailed observations and analyse evidence by examining real world data derived from a variety of contexts and interpret the data collected using sound mathematical principles.

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The Mathematics department aims to

engage students through providing a differentiated academic curriculum and a learner-centred environment while harnessing the strengths of ICT and curriculum innovations,

NV students using laptops and tablets in two classroom settings during Math lessons

2. excite students through the use of experiential learning and technological tools that allows them to see the relevance of Mathematics,

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3. enrich students by creating learning opportunities for students to analyze, interpret, formulate, make connections and apply mathematical concepts to real world situations.

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Mathematics Trail

To nurture the joy of learning, the Secondary 2 Express and Normal (Academic) students will take part in the annual Mathematics Trail, organized by our teachers where students use their creative thinking skills to solve real world problems at different stations. Through this activity, the students get to experience the relevance of Mathematics around them and work together as a team. This will complement classroom lessons to further enhance their learning.

Students in school uniforms measure the floor with a tape measure, while another group uses a tablet on the ground.

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Singapore Mathematical Olympiad Training & Competition

As part of our Talent Development Programme, a 10-week Math Olympiad Training will be organized for a selected group of Secondary Two Express students. This training programme aims to develop in our students’ higher-order problem solving skills which include non-routine, open-ended and real-world problems.

We are pleased to announce the achievements by the following students:

Table 1 : Achivements

Event

Achievement

Singapore Mathematical Olympiad Competition 2023

Honourable Mention

1.Muhd Darwisy Bin Zulkipli 2E1

2.Giselle Chan Si Ji 2E2

3.Vernice Tan Kai Xin 2E2

4.Chah Ying Xuan 2E3

5.Lim Qiao Ying 2E4

6.Sun Yixin 2E4

7.Palcongan Shaniel Castillo 2E4

8.Seth Tan (Chen Ziyi) 3E1

9.Lee En Le 3E2

Singapore Mathematical Olympiad Training & Competition

As part of our Talent Development Programme, a 8-week Mathematics Olympiad Training will be organised for a selected group of Secondary Two students. This programme aims to develop in our students’ higher-order problem solving skills which include non-routine, open-ended and real-world problems.

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