Mathematics·Multiplication & Division·procedural
Division with remainders
Solve multi-step word problems using the four operations with whole numbers, including interpreting remainders in context; represent with equations using a letter for the unknown; check with estimation
Suggested ages 9–10
Learning journey
Your child is mastering more complex multiplication and division — working with larger numbers, understanding factors and multiples, solving multi-step problems, and beginning to use formal written methods.
Evidence of understanding
- 52 children go on a trip in minibuses holding 9 each — how many minibuses are needed? (interpret remainder)
- A shop sells packs of 6 pencils for £1.50 each — how much do 5 packs cost?
- Represent a two-step problem with an equation using n for the unknown
Assessment prompt
If Division with remainders reads 'a school buys 7 boxes of 24 pens and shares them equally between 8 classes', can they work through all the steps and decide sensibly what to do with any remainder?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.