Numeracy: Birth to 8 Years

This subject focuses on the development of young children’s early numeracy skills from Birth to 8 Years. The subject is informed by the Australian/Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Frameworks and Curricula: Mathematics, which will be referenced when planning, assessing, and implementing learning experiences. The importance of providing rich mathematical encounters with young children that connect to their lives will be emphasised throughout the subject. High quality early childhood education curriculum recognises the important role played by the home numeracy environment and provides opportunities for young children to engage with mathematical concepts and to acquire mathematical language.