Learning Level 2 · often taught in Year 2

Level 2 Mathematics

Explore numbers to at least 1000, additive and multiplicative problems, measurement, shapes and data.

Academy topic groups

These examples include revision and extension ideas. They are not a complete list of official expectations for this level. Check your child's needs with their teacher.

Number and Algebra

  • Read, write, order and compare numbers to at least 1000
  • Group numbers into hundreds, tens and ones to understand place value
  • Add and subtract two-digit numbers using mental and written strategies
  • Explore multiplication as repeated addition and arrays
  • Share objects equally to introduce the idea of division
  • Recognise and find halves and quarters of shapes and collections
  • Count by 3s, 4s and other useful amounts

Measurement and Geometry

  • Compare and order shapes by features like the number of sides and corners
  • Measure length, mass and capacity using standard metric units (cm, kg, L)
  • Tell time to the quarter hour on analogue and digital clocks
  • Name and order months and seasons and use a simple calendar
  • Interpret simple maps and give directions using quarter and half turns

Statistics and Probability

  • Pose a question, collect the data and display it in tally marks or a picture graph
  • Read and describe information shown on simple graphs
  • Identify everyday events that are certain, likely, unlikely or impossible
Practise these topics

Turn Level 2 into real skills

Try topic quizzes and worked explanations, then review progress together. Choose practice that matches what your child is learning now.

A calm next step

Find the right place to begin

Try a free topic quiz, or use the short maths check-up to identify useful practice areas.