My Maths Targets
Number and the Number System
Calculating
Level 3
1. I can read and write numbers to at least 1000.
2. I know what each digit of a number represents (place value – Th, H, T, U).
3. I can use place value to multiply and divide whole numbers by 10.
4. I use place value to help me round numbers to the nearest 10 and 100.
5. I recognise negative numbers when talking about temperature.
6. I can recognise a wide range of sequences, for example, multiples of 2, 5
and 10.
7. I understand fractions such as ½, 1/3, ¼, 1/5 and 1/10. I can use them to
find fractions of shapes and numbers.
8. I understand and use fractions that are several parts of a whole, for
example, 3/4, 2/5.
9. I can recognise when two simple fractions are equivalent (the same).
10. I am starting to use decimal numbers (money).
1. I know my 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10 times tables.
2. I know some facts from the 6, 7, 8 and 9 times tables.
3. When I am given a multiplication fact I can give related division facts.
4. I can add or subtract two digit numbers mentally (in my head).
5. I know all my addition and subtraction facts for numbers to 20 and I can
use them to help me solve problems with larger numbers.
6. I understand that = means equals or the same as.
7. I can add or subtract three digit numbers using written methods.
8. I can multiply or divide two digit numbers by 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10 and give
remainders.
9. I can solve whole number problems including those that require
multiplication and division.
10. I can round answers to calculations up or down depending on the
question.
Level 2
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1. I understand that subtraction is the inverse of addition.
2. If I am given an addition fact I can say the subtraction that goes with it.
3. I understand that halving is a way of undoing doubling and that doubling is
a way of undoing a halving.
4. I know and can use my addition and subtraction facts to 10.
5. I can use mental strategies to solve basic problems including money and
measures.
6. I can carry out multiplications using repeated addition.
7. I am beginning to use sharing and grouping to divide and solve basic
problems.
8. I can work out which operation to use when given addition, subtraction and
multiplication problems.
9. I can record my work using mathematical symbols.
I can count a set of objects.
I can read and write numbers up to 100.
I know what each digit in a number means (place value – HTU).
I can order numbers up to 100.
I can see and carry on a sequence and explain what the sequence is.
I can recognise odd and even numbers.
I am starting to understand halves ½ and quarters ¼.
I can share objects to get ½ or ¼.
I can work out halves of numbers up to 20.
I can shade fractions of a shape when it is divided into equal parts.
Using and Applying
Mathematics
Shape, Space and Measure
Level 3
1. I can select the mathematics and the
equipment I want to use in activities.
2. I can solve a problem by selecting the right
number operation (addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division) and method of
calculating (mental, jottings or written method).
3. I try different ways to solve a problem if my
first method is not successful.
4. I can organise my work and check my
results.
5. I can discuss my work and explain how I
got an answer.
6. I understand mathematical statements and
give examples for them.
7. I understand and use mathematical
symbols.
Level 2
1. I sometimes know which operation I need
to solve a problem.
2. I sometimes know which equipment I need
to solve a problem.
3. I can talk about my work using
mathematical words.
4. I am starting to use symbols and diagrams
in my work.
5. I can explain why my answer is correct.
6. I can say what will come next in a simple
number pattern and say why.
1. I can classify and describe 2D and 3D shapes in
different ways including:
- Common 3D shapes
- Length of sides or edges
- Angles including right, obtuse and acute
- Reflection symmetry
- Regular/irregular
2. I am starting to recognise the nets of 3D shapes.
3. I can recognise shapes in different orientations.
4. I can reflect shapes on a grid through horizontal and
vertical mirror lines.
5. I can describe the position of a shape and how it has
moved.
6. I can estimate, measure and compare length, mass
and capacity using standard units.
7. I can measure a length to the nearest ½ cm.
8. I am starting to understand the terms perimeter and
area.
9. I am starting to find areas by counting squares.
10. I can use standard units of time (read 12-hour clock
and work out time intervals that do not go over an hour).
1. I know the names for the main 2D and 3D shapes.
2. I can talk about the different 2D and 3D shapes
including the how many sides and corners they have.
3. I can talk about the position of objects and shapes.
4. I can use movement words like left, right, clockwise,
anti-clockwise and straight on. I can use these words to
give directions.
5. I know what a right angle is and I can find them.
6. I know that an angle is a turn.
7. I can say what equipment and units can be used to
measure (length, mass and capacity).
8. I am starting to measure length and mass.
Handling Data
1. I can collect information that will answer a
given question.
2. I can construct bar charts.
3. I can draw pictograms where a symbol
represents a group of units.
4. I can use Venn and Carroll diagrams to sort
and classify information.
5. I can interpret and answer questions about:
- Simple tables
- Pictograms
- Bar charts
6. I understand the idea of ‘certain’ and
‘impossible’ relating to everyday situations.
1. I can sort objects using more than one thing
about the objects.
2. I can collect and sort information to answer a
question.
3. I can write my results using
- Lists
- Tables
- Pictograms
- Block graphs
4. I can talk about information that I have put into
lists, tables, pictograms and block graphs.
Level 4
Level 3
Using and Applying Mathematics
Shape, Space and Measure
8. I can develop my own strategies for solving
problems.
9. I can use my mathematical understanding
in practical contexts.
10. I can present my information and results in
an organised way.
11. I can look for a solution by trying out my
own ideas.
1. I understand and use many properties of 2D and
3D shapes.
2. I can make 3D models by linking given faces or
edges.
3. I can draw common 2D shapes, in different ways,
on grids.
4. I can reflect simple shapes in mirror lines.
5. I am starting to rotate simple shapes about their
centre or a vertex (corner).
6. I can translate shapes vertically or horizontally.
7. I can choose and use appropriate units and
instruments.
8. I can interpret numbers on a range of measuring
instruments.
9. I understand the terms perimeter and area.
10. I can find perimeters of simple shapes and find
areas by counting squares.
11. I can use standard units of time (work out time
intervals that go over the hour).
12. I can read and interpret timetables.
1. I can classify and describe 2D and 3D shapes in
different ways including:
- Common 3D shapes
1. I can select the mathematics and the
equipment I want to use in activities.
2. I can solve a problem by selecting the right
number operation (addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division) and method of
calculating (mental, jottings or written method).
3. I try different ways to solve a problem if my
first method is not successful.
4. I can organise my work and check my
results.
5. I can discuss my work and explain how I
got an answer.
6. I understand mathematical statements and
give examples for them.
7. I understand and use mathematical
symbols.
- Length of sides or edges
- Angles including right, obtuse and acute
- Reflection symmetry
- Regular/irregular
2. I am starting to recognise the nets of 3D shapes.
3. I can recognise shapes in different orientations.
4. I can reflect shapes on a grid through horizontal
and vertical mirror lines.
5. I can describe the position of a shape and how it
has moved.
6. I can estimate, measure and compare length,
mass and capacity using standard units.
7. I can measure a length to the nearest ½ cm.
8. I am starting to understand the terms perimeter
and area.
9. I am starting to find areas by counting squares.
10. I can use standard units of time (read 12-hour
clock and work out time intervals that do not go over
an hour).
Handling Data
1. I can collect and record data in frequency tables.
2. When needed, I can group my data.
3. I can use Venn and Carroll diagrams to sort and
classify information.
4. I can suggest and use appropriate frequency
diagrams (pictograms, bar charts, Venn diagrams)
5. I can construct simple line graphs.
6. I understand and use the range and mode to
describe sets of data.
7. I can interpret various frequency diagrams
including bar graphs, and pictograms.
8. I can interpret simple line graphs.
9. I understand and can use simple probability
language including more likely, equally likely, fair,
certain.
1. I can collect information that will answer a given
question.
2. I can construct bar charts.
3. I can draw pictograms where a symbol represents
a group of units.
4. I can use Venn and Carroll diagrams to sort and
classify information.
5. I can interpret and answer questions about:
- Simple tables
- Pictograms
- Bar charts
6. I understand the idea of ‘certain’ and ‘impossible’
relating to everyday situations.
Level 4
Level 3
Algebra
Number and the Number System
Calculating
1. I am starting to understand simple formulae
that use words.
2. I can use and interpret co-ordinates in the
first quadrant.
1. I can recognise and describe number patterns.
2. I can recognise and describe number
relationships including multiples, factors and square
numbers.
3. I can use place value to multiply and divide whole
numbers by 10 and 100.
4. I can recognise parts of a whole and use
fractions and percentages to describe these.
5. I recognise simple equivalence between
fractions, decimals and percentages.
6. I can covert mixed numbers to improper fractions
and vice-versa.
7. I can order decimals to three places.
8. I am starting to understand simple ratio.
1. I can use brackets in simple calculations.
2. I can use a range of mental calculations for all four
operations.
3. I can recall multiplication facts to 10x10 and
quickly give division facts.
4. I can use effective written methods for addition,
subtraction, multiplication and division by one digit
numbers.
5. I can multiply a simple decimal by a one digit
number.
6. I can solve problems with and without a calculator.
7. I can check my answers to see if the answer is of
a reasonable size.
8. I can give answers that take account of the
question.
1. I know my 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10 times tables.
2. I know some facts from the 6, 7, 8 and 9 times
tables.
3. When I am given a multiplication fact I can give
related division facts.
4. I can add or subtract two digit numbers mentally
(in my head).
5. I know all my addition and subtraction facts for
numbers to 20 and I can use them to help me solve
problems with larger numbers.
6. I understand that = means equals or the same as.
7. I can add or subtract three digit numbers using
written methods.
8. I can multiply or divide two digit numbers by 2, 3,
4, 5 and 10 and give remainders.
9. I can solve whole number problems including
those that require multiplication and division.
10. I can round answers to calculations up or down
depending on the question.
1. I can read and write numbers to at least 1000.
2. I know what each digit of a number represents
(place value – Th, H, T, U).
3. I can use place value to multiply and divide whole
numbers by 10.
4. I use place value to help me round numbers to the
nearest 10 and 100.
5. I recognise negative numbers when talking about
temperature.
6. I can recognise a wide range of sequences, for
example, multiples of 2, 5 and 10
7. I understand fractions such as ½, 1/3, ¼, 1/5 and
1/10. I can use them to find fractions of shapes and
numbers.
8. I understand and use fractions that are several
parts of a whole, for example, 3/4, 2/5.
9. I can recognise when two simple fractions are
equivalent (the same).
10. I am starting to use decimal numbers (money).
Using and Applying
Mathematics
Shape, Space and Measure
Handling Data
Level 5
12.
I can identify key information
needed to solve a problem.
13.
I can check my answers, deciding if
they are reasonable.
14.
I can solve word problems and
carry out investigations from a range of
contexts.
15.
I can show understanding of
situations by explaining them using
symbols, words and diagrams.
16.
I can give my own conclusions and
explain how I got that conclusion.
Level 4
1. I can develop my own strategies for
solving problems.
2. I can use my mathematical
understanding in practical contexts.
3. I can present my information and results
in an organised way.
4. I can look for a solution by trying out my
own ideas.
1. I know a wide range of properties for 2D and 3D shapes.
2. I can show all symmetries in 2D shapes.
3. I know and use language linked to angles.
4. I can use angles in a triangle to find missing angles.
5. I can transform shapes (reflect, rotate and translate).
6. I can explain position, movement and transformations of
shapes.
7. I can measure and draw angles to the nearest degree.
8. I can read and interpret a variety of scales from
measuring instruments and I can explain what each division
represents
9. I can solve problems that require me to convert units.
10. I can give sensible estimates of measures in relation to
everyday situations.
11. I understand the difference between area and perimeter.
12. I know and can use the formulae for the area of a
rectangle.
1. I understand and use many properties of 2D and 3D
shapes.
2. I can make 3D models by linking given faces or edges.
3. I can draw common 2D shapes, in different ways, on
grids.
4. I can reflect simple shapes in mirror lines.
5. I am starting to rotate simple shapes about their centre
or a vertex (corner).
6. I can translate shapes vertically or horizontally.
7. I can choose and use appropriate units and instruments.
8. I can interpret numbers on a range of measuring
instruments.
9. I understand the terms perimeter and area.
10. I can find perimeters of simple shapes and find areas by
counting squares.
11. I can use standard units of time (work out time intervals
that go over the hour).
12. I can read and interpret timetables.
13.
I can measure and draw angles to the nearest 5º.
1. I understand and can use averages (range,
mean, median and mode)
2. I can compare two sets of data using range
and averages (mean, median and mode)
3. I can ask questions, plan how to answer that
question and collect the data needed.
4. I understand that we may get different results
when an experiment is repeated.
5. I can interpret bar graphs with grouped data.
6. I can interpret various graphs and diagrams
including pie charts and I can draw conclusions.
7. I can create and interpret line graphs where
intermediate points have meanings.
8. I can use the language of probability to explain
and predict outcomes.
9. I understand and can use a probability scale
from 0 to 1.
1. I can collect and record data in frequency
tables.
2. When needed, I can group my data.
3. I can use Venn and Carroll diagrams to sort
and classify information.
4. I can suggest and use appropriate frequency
diagrams (pictograms, bar charts, Venn diagrams)
5. I can construct simple line graphs.
6. I understand and use the range and mode to
describe sets of data.
7. I can interpret various frequency diagrams
including bar graphs, and pictograms.
8. I can interpret simple line graphs.
9. I understand and can use simple probability
language including more likely, equally likely, fair,
certain.
Algebra
Level 5
11. I can use simple formula involving two
operations and can use symbols.
12. I can use and interpret co-ordinates in all
four quadrants.
Level 4
1. I am starting to understand simple formulae
that use words.
2. I can use and interpret co-ordinates in the
first quadrant.
Number and the Number
System
Calculating
1. I can use place value to multiply and divide whole
numbers by 10, 100 and 1000 and I can explain what is
happening.
2. I can round decimals to the nearest decimal place.
3. I can order negative numbers.
4. I can recognise and use number patterns and
relationships.
5. I can use equivalent fractions.
6. I can convert fractions, decimals and percentages.
7. I can order fractions including fractions with
different denominators.
8. I can order decimals that have a mixture of decimal
places.
9. I can find fractions and percentages of numbers
and quantities.
10. I can write a fraction in its simplest form by using
common factors.
11. I understand simple ratio.
1. I can recognise and describe number patterns.
2. I can recognise and describe number
relationships including multiples, factors and square
numbers.
3. I can use place value to multiply and divide whole
numbers by 10 and 100.
4. I can recognise parts of a whole and use fractions
and percentages to describe these.
5. I recognise simple equivalence between fractions,
decimals and percentages.
6. I can covert mixed numbers to improper fractions
and vice-versa.
7. I can order decimals to three places.
8. I am starting to understand simple ratio.
1. I can use known facts, operations and brackets
to carry out calculations that include all four
operations and decimals to two places.
2. I can give mental estimates using
approximations.
3. I can use a calculator to calculate fractions and
percentages of quantities and measurements
4. I can use non calculator methods to multiply or
divide three digit numbers by two digit numbers
5. I can solve problems that require ordering,
adding and subtracting negative numbers.
6. I can solve simple ratio and proportion
problems.
7. I can check my answers by using the inverse
operation and estimates.
1. I can use brackets in simple calculations.
2. I can use a range of mental calculations for all
four operations.
3. I can recall multiplication facts to 10x10 and
quickly give division facts.
4. I can use effective written methods for addition,
subtraction, multiplication and division by one digit
numbers.
5. I can multiply a simple decimal by a one digit
number.
6. I can solve problems with and without a
calculator.
7. I can check my answers to see if the answer is
of a reasonable size.
8. I can give answers that take account of the
question.