Mathematics·Fractions·conceptual
What Is a Half?
Recognise, find, and name a half as one of two equal parts of an object, shape, or quantity
Suggested ages 5–6
Learning journey
Your child is discovering their first fractions — learning to recognise and name halves and quarters as equal parts of shapes, objects, and groups.
Evidence of understanding
- Fold a shape into two equal parts and identify each as 'a half'
- Find half of 8 objects by sharing into 2 equal groups
- Identify whether a shape has been divided into halves or not (equal vs unequal parts)
Assessment prompt
If What Is a Half? is helping share a sandwich equally between two people, can they cut it so both pieces are the same size — and tell you each piece is called a half?
Standards alignment
Maths/Y1/F/1GB · uk-nc-2013
Recognise and find a half
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1