Mathematics·Measurement·procedural
Money Addition & Subtraction
Solve simple money problems involving addition and subtraction, including giving change
Suggested ages 6–7
Learning journey
Your child is learning practical measurement skills — reading clocks to five-minute intervals, measuring length and capacity using standard units, and working with money including making change.
Evidence of understanding
- Calculate the total cost of two items priced in pence
- Work out change from 50p after buying an item costing 35p
- Solve 'How much more money do I need?' problems
Assessment prompt
If Money Addition & Subtraction buys a snack for 45p and pays with a £1 coin, can they work out how much change they should get — and count it back?
Standards alignment
Maths/Y2/M/5GB · uk-nc-2013
Solve money problems
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 1