Mathematics Scheme of Work — Class Five (Std 5) 2026/2027

TIE / PMO-RALG aligned primary scheme, ready to download and personalise for your school term.

About this scheme

This Class Five (Standard 5 / Darasa la Tano) Mathematics scheme of work follows the competence-based planning format set out by the Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE) and the Prime Minister’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PMO-RALG) for the 2026 primary curriculum. It is a starting point: add your school name and term dates, and adjust pacing for holidays and school events before submitting it to your head teacher or academic office.

What the scheme contains

Every row of the scheme carries the official column set: Main Competence (Umahiri mkuu), Specific Competence (Umahiri mahususi), Learning Activities, Specific Activities, Month, Week, Periods (Vipindi), Reference (Rejea), Teaching and Learning Methods, Resources, Assessment Tools and Remarks (Maoni). The Remarks column records examination dates and short holiday breaks.

Competences covered

Further units continue across the academic year as prescribed in the TIE Standard Five Pupil’s Book.

Period allocation

Mathematics is planned at 3–6 periods per week for most competence blocks.

Teaching methods, resources and assessment

Methods include real-object demonstrations, discussions, project work, online applications, and questions and answers. Resources include charts of measures of length, mass and capacity; circular shapes, string, rulers, manila cards; and online applications. Assessment combines quizzes, tests, questions and answers, project work, group discussions, exercises and practical tasks.

Sample layout

Below is a short extract in the official column format from the 2026 Mathematics Standard 5 scheme. The full download follows the same layout week by week across the year.

Main CompetenceSpecific CompetenceLearning ActivitiesSpecific ActivitiesMonth / WeekPeriodsReferenceMethodsResourcesAssessment
1.0 Demonstrate mastery of basic mathematical foundations 1.1 Demonstrate understanding of measurements (a) Multiply measures of length, mass and capacity Measure length/mass/capacity; multiply by different numbers and record the results January, Week 3–4 3–6 TET (2023) Mathematics, Pupil’s Book, Standard Five Real-object demonstrations, Discussions, Project work, Online applications Measurement chart, online applications Questions, exercises, project work, group work, exams
1.0 Demonstrate mastery of basic mathematical foundations 1.1 Demonstrate understanding of measurements (b) Divide measures of length, mass and capacity Measure; divide length/mass/capacity by different numbers February, Week 1–3 6 TET (2023) Mathematics, Pupil’s Book, Standard Five Real-object demonstrations, Discussions, Project work Measurement chart, number chart, online applications Questions, exercises, project work, group work
1.0 Demonstrate mastery of basic mathematical foundations 1.2 Demonstrate basic understanding of shape skills (a) Explain the concept of pi Draw a circle; identify its diameter and radius February, Week 4 6 TET (2023) Mathematics, Pupil’s Book, Standard Five Real-object demonstrations, Discussions, Project work Circular shapes, string, ruler, manila cards Questions, exercises, project work, group work
Note: This is a short extract. The full download follows the same official format month by month across all terms, including mid-term breaks and examination periods.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this Mathematics scheme of work aligned to the TIE new curriculum?

Yes. It follows the competence-based column format used by TIE / PMO-RALG for primary Standard 5 (Darasa la Tano) in 2026.

Is the sample download free?

Yes. The full scheme is available through the Click Online Academy teacher panel or via mobile money payment.

How many periods does the Mathematics scheme allocate?

Mathematics is planned at 3–6 periods per week for the major competence blocks.

Do I need to personalise the scheme before submitting it?

Yes. Add your school name and confirm term dates against your school calendar before submitting it.

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