Year 4 Addition

The same formal written method of addition which has been developed in Year 3 continues to be used in Year 4, in particular working with larger numbers and decimals. Our latest step-by-step tutorial looks at adding decimals – perfect for children who need a little extra support. Play Now

Year 3 Addition

The formal method of addition is an important part of Year 3 work. Children will be expected to add two 2-digit numbers, including exchanging 10 ones for 1 ten. They will then progress to adding a 2-digit number to a 3-digit number and then adding two 3-digit numbers. Our step-by-step...

Year 3 Fractions

The terms numerator and denominator are used extensively in Year 3 to describe the top and bottom parts of a fraction. Comparing fractions is also an important part of the year’s work. Watch out for children who think that 1/2 is smaller than 1/4 because 2 is smaller than 4....

Year 2 Fractions

In Year 2 children are introduced to the notation for fractions such as 1/2, 1/4 and 1/3. They are also taught what each digit of a fraction represents. The bottom number tells us the number of equal parts, whilst the top number tells us how many of these equal parts...

Year 1 Number Lines and Fractions

Number lines are now used extensively in primary schools, so it is important that children understand how they work. If children have previously only used number tracks they may well try to label the numbers between the divisions on the line, rather than the divisions themselves. This tutorial explains the...

Measurement in Year 6

There are some very hard concepts involved with Measurement in Year 6. Conversion of units of measurement continues to be a key element, and it is suggested that converting between units such as kilometres and miles is done graphically. Converting metric units should be done with up to 3 decimal...