About Course
The Mathematics course in Year 5 develops pupils’ fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills across number, measurement, geometry, and data. Pupils deepen their understanding of mathematical concepts, apply efficient strategies, and explain their thinking using appropriate mathematical language. The course encourages logical reasoning, resilience, and confidence when tackling complex and multi-step problems.
Key Focus Areas
Place value and number understanding up to at least 1,000,000
Efficient use of the four operations, including long multiplication and division
Fractions, decimals, and percentages, including equivalence and comparison
Prime numbers, factors, multiples, and squared numbers
Measurement: perimeter, area, volume, and unit conversions
Geometry: properties of shapes, angles, and symmetry
Data handling: interpreting tables, charts, and line graphs
Mathematical reasoning and multi-step problem-solving
Course Content
AUTUMN TERM
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Week 1: Place Value (Up to 1,000,000)
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WEEK 2: Comparing & Ordering Large Numbers
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WEEK 3: Rounding Whole Numbers
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WEEK 4: Roman Numerals (Up to 1,000)
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WEEK 5: Addition of Large Numbers (Column Method)
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WEEK 6: Subtraction of Large Numbers
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WEEK 7: Mental Addition & Subtraction Strategies
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WEEK 8: Multi-Step Word Problems (Addition & Subtraction)
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WEEK 9: Estimation & Checking Answers
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WEEK 10: SATs-Style Assessment & Review
SPRING TERM
SUMMER TERM
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