Learning Level 6 · often taught in Year 6
Level 6 Mathematics
Connect integers, fractions, decimals, percentages, algebraic rules, measurement, coordinate representations 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
- Solve problems using factors, multiples, powers of 10 and order of operations
- Multiply and divide decimals by powers of 10 and by whole numbers
- Add and subtract fractions with related and unlike denominators
- Convert between fractions, decimals and percentages
- Locate positive and negative numbers (integers) on a number line
- Use simple rules to describe patterns and relationships (introductory algebra)
- Solve problems involving ratio, rate and percentages in everyday contexts
Measurement and Geometry
- Investigate combinations of transformations on shapes
- Use formulas to find the area of rectangles and triangles
- Calculate the volume of rectangular prisms
- Convert between 12- and 24-hour time and calculate elapsed time
- Construct 2D shapes from 3D objects and vice versa
- Find locations on a four-quadrant coordinate plane
Statistics and Probability
- Interpret secondary data sources such as news graphs and tables
- Create and compare side-by-side column graphs
- Calculate and use the mean, median and mode to describe data
- Compare observed frequencies with expected probabilities for simple experiments
Practise these topics
Turn Level 6 into real skills
Try topic quizzes and worked explanations, then review progress together. Choose practice that matches what your child is learning now.