Mathematics·Fractions·conceptual
Unit fractions
Recognise, find, and write fractions of a discrete set of objects: unit fractions and non-unit fractions with small denominators
Suggested ages 7–8
Learning journey
Your child is discovering fractions as parts of a whole — understanding halves, thirds, and quarters, placing fractions on number lines, and beginning to add and subtract simple fractions.
Evidence of understanding
- Find 1/4 of 12 objects by dividing into 4 equal groups
- Find 3/4 of 12 objects
- Write the fraction of a set that is shaded or selected
Assessment prompt
If there are 15 books on a shelf, can Unit fractions work out how many two-thirds of them is — and check by grouping the books into three equal piles?
Standards alignment
Ma/KS2/Y3/F/2GB · uk-nc-2013
Recognise fractions of objects
The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document · Key Stage 2