Start the year with a clear picture of what your pupils already know with our Reception maths baseline assessment resources. Designed for teachers following the White Rose EYFS maths progression, this block supports early assessment of number, shape and pattern in a practical, age-appropriate way.
With strong foundations as the focus, the activities help you observe pupils’ early number sense, counting behaviours and mathematical vocabulary through simple tasks, discussion and hands-on exploration.
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These Reception maths baseline assessment resources form part of Maths Masters, our complete EYFS and primary maths scheme of work. Explore the full Reception Autumn term sequence for weekly lesson planning, interactive slides and differentiated maths activities.
A Reception maths baseline is an informal starting-point assessment designed to help teachers understand what pupils can already do with early number, counting, sorting, pattern and shape. Rather than formal testing, the focus is on observation, discussion and practical exploration.
Our EYFS Autumn Block 1 baseline assessment resources support this process with structured activities, clear prompts and simple recording formats. With strong foundations as the priority, the activities help teachers identify the key early maths knowledge and behaviours pupils need as they begin Reception.
These Reception baseline maths activities can be used flexibly alongside classroom routines and practical learning opportunities. They align with the White Rose EYFS maths progression and support meaningful assessment without pressure or formal testing.
Browse the Reception Autumn maths scheme for complete weekly planning from Autumn Block 2 onwards.
