Maths

Column Addition (4-digit)

Add numbers with up to four digits using the formal column method.

MathsAge 9+25 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Set out four-digit additions with thousands, hundreds, tens and ones aligned.
  • Add from the ones column, exchanging into the next column where needed.
  • Exchange in more than one column, including into the thousands.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsFour ColumnsExchange in Any ColumnDifferent Lengths and a Fifth Digit

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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