Year 3 What is Perimeter?
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What's included?
Foundational Year 3 resources defining what is perimeter, introducing the concept of the boundary of a shape, a core KS2 Maths objective for geometry. Materials establish conceptual understanding that perimeter is the total distance around the outside of a shape, promoting reasoning. This initial small step is vital for developing perimeter mastery and is required for national curriculum expectations. The CS Maths Scheme provides clear visual aids and definition tasks.
Full step description and curriculum objectives
Length and Perimeter
Independent Tasks
Activities that help pupils practise, apply and secure their understanding after the main teaching input.
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.
