Early Concepts

What this topic covers

• Understand multiplication as combining equal groups and repeated addition.
• Understand division as sharing equally and as grouping.
• Use the ×, ÷ and = symbols to write and read calculations.
• Recognise that multiplication can be done in any order but division cannot.

Core concept summaries

Practice formats pupils may meet

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