Year 6 - Multiplication & Division

These engaging Year 6 outdoor maths lessons bring number skills to life through hands-on challenges and real-world problem-solving. From multiplication and division to prime numbers, square and cube numbers, and mental calculations, pupils build fluency, reasoning, and strategic thinking in a fun, active environment.

Lesson Plans

Multiplying multi-digit numbers

Bring maths to life outdoors in this Year 6 lesson where children practise multiplying multi-digit numbers using formal written methods. By applying their skills to real-world challenges, pupils not only strengthen multiplication fluency but also develop problem-solving strategies and see how maths connects to everyday situations.

Learning objective:

To multiply up to a 4-digit number by a 2-digit number

Solving a range of division problems

In this outdoor Year 6 maths lesson, children tackle division problems using formal written methods. Through real-world challenges, pupils build fluency in division, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and apply mathematical reasoning in meaningful, practical contexts.

Learning objective:

To solve problems involving division

Finding common multiples and factors

Take maths outdoors in this Year 6 lesson where children explore common multiples, factors, and prime numbers through interactive games and problem-solving challenges. Pupils strengthen their number sense, practise logical reasoning, and apply key mathematical ideas in a lively, hands-on environment.

Learning objective:

To understand and find common multiples and factors

Identifying prime numbers to 100

In this active Year 6 maths lesson, children investigate and identify prime numbers up to 100 through lively outdoor games and problem-solving activities. Pupils deepen their understanding of prime numbers, sharpen critical thinking skills, and enjoy applying maths in an interactive, real-world setting

Learning objective:

To describe and identify prime numbers to 100

Solving problems involving square and cube numbers

In this practical Year 6 maths lesson, children investigate square and cube numbers outdoors using natural materials, chalk, and whiteboards. Through hands-on challenges and problem-solving tasks, pupils deepen their understanding of number properties and strengthen their mathematical reasoning in a fun, engaging way.

Learning objective:

To solve problems involving square and cube numbers

Calculating mentally using efficient strategies

Take Year 6 maths outdoors as children practise mental calculations using efficient strategies through a relay race, ‘Colour Splat,’ and a challenge activity. Pupils sharpen their mental math skills, develop strategic thinking, and apply calculation methods in a fun, hands-on environment.

Learning objective:

To calculate mentally using the most efficient strategy

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