Maths

am, pm & the 24-Hour Clock

Use am and pm, and tell and write the time in 12-hour and 24-hour clock notation.

MathsAge 9+25 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Use am for morning and pm for afternoon and evening.
  • Convert between 12-hour and 24-hour times (3:45 pm = 15:45).
  • Read and write times in the 24-hour format with four digits.

Core concept summaries

Key Conceptsam and pmThe 24-Hour ClockConverting Back; the Two Traps

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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