The expectation in the National Curriculum is that children know their multiplication and division facts (to 12×12) by the end of Year 4, when they will take the Multiplication Times Table Check (MTC) in June. Not knowing their multiplication tables can really slow a child’s mathematical progress. From Year 2, tables are sent home for children to learn.
There are many ways to help your child learn their tables, including the use of games, CDs and online resources. As a general guide:
- Stick to one times table at a time to minimise confusion
- Start with chanting and writing them out slowly in order
- Then move on to completing the answers quickly in order – on paper or verbally with your child
- Finally, move on to completing the answers in any order
- Keep reminding your child that 3 x 4 is the same as 4 x 3 – this effectively halves the number of tables facts
Further information with regards to helping your child with maths at home can be found within the presentation document link below: