The Year 5 math curriculum is designed to build upon the mathematical knowledge and skills developed in previous years. It covers a wide range of topics and concepts, including number sense, arithmetic operations, geometry, measurement, and data handling. Here’s a detailed overview of the Year 5 math national curriculum:
- Number and Place Value:
- Addition and Subtraction:
- Multiplication and Division:
- Fractions:
- Recognize and name fractions and mixed numbers.
- Compare and order fractions with different denominators.
- Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator.
- Multiply proper fractions and mixed numbers by whole numbers.
- Solve fraction problems, including finding fractions of amounts and solving problems involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
- Decimals and Percentages:
- Recognize and understand the relationship between decimals and fractions.
- Convert between decimals and percentages.
- Add, subtract, and compare decimals up to three decimal places.
- Solve decimal and percentage problems, including finding percentages of amounts and solving problems involving discounts and interest.
- Measurement:
- Convert between different units of measurement (e.g., kilometers to meters, liters to milliliters).
- Solve problems involving perimeter, area, and volume.
- Estimate and measure angles using a protractor.
- Tell and write the time using the 12-hour and 24-hour clock.
- Solve time problems, including timetables and solving problems involving duration.
- Geometry:
- Statistics and Data Handling:
In addition to these topics, the Year 5 math curriculum also emphasizes problem-solving skills, mathematical reasoning, and the ability to apply mathematical knowledge to real-life situations. It encourages students to develop fluency, accuracy, and efficiency in their mathematical calculations and to use mathematical language and notation correctly.