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Description
Join mathematics consultant Sheila Griffin for a hands-on, practical exploration of mathematics in the early years. This full-day workshop will immerse educators in play-based, inquiry-driven approaches to numeracy that spark curiosity, build confidence, and connect deeply with children’s everyday experiences.
Through hands-on provocations, rich discussions, and real-world examples, participants will explore different ways to embed mathematical thinking into play environments, routines, and intentional teaching moments. The session will align with the EYLF V2.0, Kindergarten Curriculum Guidelines, and the WA Curriculum, ensuring educators leave with strategies that are both inspiring and curriculum-connected.
Outcomes
- Explore foundational mathematical concepts (number, pattern, measurement, spatial awareness) through play-based provocations and everyday routines.
- Strengthen curriculum planning by embedding mathematics into inquiry-based learning aligned with EYLF V2.0 Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners.
- Connect mathematical learning to the Kindergarten Curriculum Guidelines, supporting children's thinking, problem-solving, and reasoning.
- Develop strategies to observe and document mathematical thinking, using play as a lens for formative assessment.
- Reflect on the educator’s role in fostering mathematical language, curiosity, and confidence through intentional interactions.
- Create inclusive and culturally responsive maths experiences that honour children's diverse ways of knowing and engaging with the world.
Presenters
Lynne McCarney (AISWA Staff)
Consultant | Early Childhood
Lynne is an experienced educator, leader, and consultant whose career spans early childhood, school settings, and adult education. She has worked with children and adults across mainstream contexts and complex learning and trauma-impacted environments, strengthening her expertise in relational pedagogy, oral language development, and responsive, research-aligned practice. A lifelong learner, Lynne views children as capable, competent learners and advocates for education systems and policy holders to uphold education approaches that honour everyone’s wellbeing, creativity and development. Her high-energy, hands-on workshops deliver practical, meaningful strategies that empower educators and leaders to adapt their practice, embrace contemporary early childhood science, and rediscover or maintain the joy in teaching and learning.
Sheila Griffin
Sheila Griffin is an award-winning Primary Mathematics Consultant based in Western Australia, renowned for her work in maths education. Founder of Sheila Griffin Maths, she provides tailored, face-to-face professional learning for educators. Sheila has co-authored the “Teaching Mathematics Through Story Books” series with Dr Paul Swan and regularly presents at MAV and MAWA conferences. Her dedication to improving maths teaching has earned national recognition, including the Outstanding Primary Teacher of the Year award from AMSI. Sheila is passionate about supporting schools and teachers with practical, differentiated strategies.
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Segments
Counting on Curiosity: Exploring Maths Through Play
Date / Time
25 Mar 2026 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 15:30Delivery Format : In Person
AISWA
Address41 Walters Drive
Osborne Park WA 6017
Australia