Statistics
Where can I find information about maths and statistics?
(Years 11-13)
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Entry last updated: 18/02/26
Introduction
Statistics is how we explore and use patterns and relationships in data to help explain the world around us. This involves collecting, analysing, and interpreting numerical data. Some of the topics covered in statistics include probability concepts, probability distributions, and statistically based reports.
General websites
Have a look through these websites for information and exercises about statistics.
This is one of the EPIC databases. EPIC is a collection of reliable databases covering lots of different topics. It’s put together especially for New Zealand school students.
Britannica School can help you understand what statistics and probability are about, and looks into the history of these branches of mathematics.
Login to the database and select Secondary.
Enter your keywords into the search bar, eg 'Statistics'.
Choose a page like Statistics (science) or Probability and statistics (mathematics)
Tips: To get to the EPIC resources you will need a password from your school librarian first. Or you can chat with one of our AnyQuestions librarians and they will help you online. Some EPIC databases may also be available through your public library.
This is a great website to use for self-guided learning for all ages on lots of different branches of mathematics, like statistics, algebra, trigonometry and geometry.
Enter your keyword in the search box at the top of the page, eg probability.
Browse through the videos, exercises and lessons on the topic.
Refine your results with the options down the side of the page.
Another way to use this site is by browsing through the statistics pages.
From the homepage, select Explore.
Choose Math: High School & College.
Go to either High School Statistics, or Statistics and Probability, and look at the different units down the side of the page.
Tips: If a box asking for donations to the website pops up, it is best just to close it and carry on with your search. Please also note that Khan Academy does not work in Internet Explorer.
This website offers straight-forward explanations of maths concepts right from primary through to basic secondary level. It is useful if you need a simple definition of any statistical concept.
From the homepage, select Data.
This page about data has lots of different information such as how to show and compare data, and what probability is.
Tips: Some websites have advertisements (or ads) which ask us to buy something or tell us to ‘click here’. It’s best to ignore these ads and focus on the information we’re looking for. On this website, you have the option to 'hide' ads.
New Zealand sites
These New Zealand based websites will give you information about statistics in the New Zealand curriculum or statistics related to New Zealand society.
On this site you can find videos, free and printable maths worksheets, and homework sheets on topics in the New Zealand Mathematics Curriculum, such as statistics.
Choose the High School tab along the top of the page.
Select a topic from the dropdown menu, like Probability Statistics and Data Analysis.
Tips: Websites that have .com or .co in the address can have good information, but you need to assess how reliable it is. Check the About us link on the website, if you can find one. That can tell you what the company’s mission and values are.
New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA)
The NZQA website has resources for different NCEA subjects. It is aimed at teachers but has information about the assessment criteria, and credits each topic is worth. You can also find old exam papers.
Choose the Maths button from the homepage.
Look down the headings for helpful links like Exemplars, reports, past exams and assessment schedules.
This is a government site full of New Zealand related statistics and the application of statistics in society.
Go to Statistics then select Statistics by Topic.
The page has headings like Population, Labour market, Environment, Society, Economy, Business and Māori.
Explore the articles under the headings to find statistics and data on changes and trends over the years.
Tips: We like sites like this because they’re reliable. You can tell because of their web address – they have either .govt or .ac, meaning they are from government or educational organisations. They’re also New Zealand sites, so relevant for us.
On this site you can see videos and lessons that provide an introduction to data analysis, as well as the use of the statistical software R. It is a good way to see how people use statistics in real life research.
Tips: We like sites like this because they’re reliable. You can tell because of their web address – they have an .ac, meaning they are from an educational organisation, in this case the University of Otago.
Books
Have a look at some of these books about statistics, or ask your school or local librarian for more suggestions.
Level 3 statistics AME workbook by Rory Barrett
Statistics. Level 3, Statistically based reports by Inspiration Education Limited
Statistics. Level 3, Probability concepts by Inspiration Education Limited
Statistics. Level 3, Probability distributions by Inspiration Education Limited
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