Addition and subtraction in EYFS Finds the total number of objects in two groups by counting all of them. Finds and says the number that is one more or one less from a group of objects or given number. In practical activities and discussions, begin to use vocabulary involved in adding and subtracting Records using marks they can interpret and explain Begin to identify own mathematical problems based on their own interests. Children count reliably with numbers from one to 20, place them in order and say which number is one more or one less than a given number. Using quantities and objects, they add and subtract two single-digit numbers and count on or back to find the answer. They solve problems, including doubling, halving and sharing.

The beginnings… Saying numbers names – randomly first then in sequence Beginning to understand meaning of number (“give me one, give me two”) Later, counting out a specific number of objects from a large group. Know that numbers identify how many objects are in a set (1, 2, 3, 4… there are 4 teddies!) Comparing quantities, using language e.g. “more”, “a lot”. Whether they are the same. Knowing a group of objects changes in quantity when you add or take away. Begin to represent numbers – e.g. with fingers, marks, pictures, Spot numbers in the environment, e.g. their door number. Know that anything can be counted – even claps, jumps and things you can’t move, including those in an irregular arrangement. Says one number name for each object. Recognise 0-9 and 10-20. Matches numeral for the correct quantity. Separate a group of objects in different ways, knowing the total is still the same.

Maths time in EYFS “Warm up” activities Counting round the group. Pointing and counting on number line. Show a number – clap that many times.

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Maths time in EYFS “Warm up” activities Counting round the group. Pointing and counting on number line. Show a number – clap that many times. Listen to claps – show me how many with your fingers or number fans. Show me….

The beginnings… Saying numbers names – randomly first then in sequence Beginning to understand meaning of number (“give me one, give me two”) Later, counting out a specific number of objects from a large group. Know that numbers identify how many objects are in a set (1, 2, 3, 4… there are 4 teddies!) Comparing quantities, using language e.g. “more”, “a lot”. Whether they are the same. Knowing a group of objects changes in quantity when you add or take away. Begin to represent numbers – e.g. with fingers, marks, pictures, Spot numbers in the environment, e.g. their door number. Knowing anything can be counted – even claps, jumps and things you can’t move, including those in an irregular arrangement. Says one number name for each object. Recognise 0-9 and 10-20. Matches numeral for the correct quantity. Separate a group of objects in different ways, knowing the total is still the same.

Maths time in EYFS cont’d Addition Who is chasing the gingerbread man? Number bonds Tangerines in the tree Subtraction Fruit in a basket

The beginnings… Saying numbers names – randomly first then in sequence Beginning to understand meaning of number (“give me one, give me two”) Later, counting out a specific number of objects from a large group. Know that numbers identify how many objects are in a set (1, 2, 3, 4… there are 4 teddies!) Comparing quantities, using language e.g. “more”, “a lot”. Whether they are the same. Knowing a group of objects changes in quantity when you add or take away. Begin to represent numbers – e.g. with fingers, marks, pictures, Spot numbers in the environment, e.g. their door number. Knowing anything can be counted – even claps, jumps and things you can’t move, including those in an irregular arrangement. Says one number name for each object. Recognise 0-9 and 10-20. Matches numeral for the correct quantity. Separate a group of objects in different ways, knowing the total is still the same.

Addition and subtraction in EYFS Finds the total number of objects in two groups by counting all of them. Finds and says the number that is one more or one less from a group of objects or given number. In practical activities and discussions, begin to use vocabulary involved in adding and subtracting Records using marks they can interpret and explain Begin to identify own mathematical problems based on their own interests. Children count reliably with numbers from one to 20, place them in order and say which number is one more or one less than a given number. Using quantities and objects, they add and subtract two single-digit numbers and count on or back to find the answer. They solve problems, including doubling, halving and sharing.

Other ideas Role play shops Beanbags in buckets Targets outside. Everyday activities – can you get two more spoons for the table please? Look out for and draw attention to numbers in the environment Keep counting – as far as they would like to go!