motivate and challenge learners by enabling them to select and apply straightforward mathematical skills in a variety of mathematical and real-life situations
develop confidence in the subject and a positive attitude towards further study in mathematics
enable the use of numerical data and abstract terms and develop the idea of generalisation
allow learners to interpret, communicate and manage information in mathematical form; skills which are vital to scientific and technological research and development
develop the learner’s skills in using mathematical language and to explore straightforward mathematical ideas
develop skills relevant to learning, life and work in an engaging and enjoyable way
