Weeks 1 and 2

Counting, partitioning and calculating.

Counting reliably to 20. Reading, writing and ordering numbers to 20. Using knowledge of place value to position numbers on number lines and number tracks. Using language of 1 more / 1 less up to 20. Using the vocabulary and symbols (+, -, =) in relation to addition and subtraction number sentences.

Weeks 3, 4 and 5

Securing number facts and understanding shape.

Describing simple patterns involving numbers or shapes. Addition of two numbers to 10 – number bonds (9+1, 8+2, 7+3, etc). Solving practical money addition problems. Visualising common 2D shapes and 3D solids. Describing their features and using them to make patterns, pictures and models.

Weeks 6 and 7

Handling data and measures

Describing ways of solving puzzles and problems orally and using pictures. Answering questions by recording information in lists and tables and then presenting the results using pictures, block graphs or pictograms. Estimating, then measuring / weighing objects as well as comparing / ordering them with other objects. Using the language of measurement, e.g. longer than / shorter than, heavier than / lighter than, etc.

Weeks 8 and 9

Calculating, measuring and understanding shape

Solving problems involving counting, adding, subtracting in the context of numbers and money and   measuring. Using everyday language to describe the position of objects and the direction and distance when moving them. Understanding and using the vocabulary relating to the measurement of time – hours, days of the week, yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Weeks 10 and 11

Securing number facts, relationships and calculating

Describing puzzles or problems using numbers, objects and diagrams. Addition and subtraction number sentences (3 + 5 = 8, 9 – 3 = 6) Counting on or back in 2s, 5s and 10s. Learning doubles of all numbers to 10. Using the vocabulary of halves and quarters in relation to numbers, dividing up objects, etc.