Year 1 Count Backwards
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What's included?
Targeted Year 1 resources for pupils to count backwards from 10 to 0, a fundamental KS1 Maths skill that underpins subtraction and mental calculation. Activities promote varied fluency in descending number order and establish conceptual understanding of the sequence. This essential small step supports mastery of the number sequence and is key to meeting national curriculum expectations for number fluency. The CS Maths Scheme provides structured counting practice for secure recall.
Full step description and curriculum objectives
Place Value (within 10)
Independent Tasks
Activities that help pupils practise, apply and secure their understanding after the main teaching input.
Interventions, Support and Scaffolding
Targeted resources for pre-teaching, same-day intervention and/or extra support where needed.
Deeper Learning and Extension
Tasks that deepen understanding, promote discussion and stretch/extend pupils who are ready for greater challenge.
Block/Unit Resources
Materials that support and extend learning across the whole unit.
Resources at a glance
- WorksheetVaried FluencyConsolidate and secure understanding of key concepts with three fluency-based questions.
- WorksheetReasoning and Problem SolvingPromote mathematical reasoning and develop problem-solving skills with three different question types.
- WorksheetDiscussion ProblemFun and engaging open-ended questions to encourage deeper thinking and collaborative working.
