Reception Maths Autumn Block 6
Autumn Block 6: Numbers 1 to 5
Develop key number skills in Reception with our Autumn Block 6 lesson pack. Aligned with the White Rose EYFS maths progression, this unit focuses on the numbers 4 and 5 and supports pupils to deepen their understanding of number through practical tasks, play-based maths and guided whole-class sessions.
With strong foundations as the focus, pupils learn to subitise, represent and compare numbers to 5 using visual models, number tracks and practical resources. They also explore number patterns and relationships through one more, one less and early number composition.
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Week 10 small steps
- Find 4 and 5
- Subitise 4 and 5
- Represent 4 and 5
Week 11 small steps
- 1 more
- 1 less
- Composition of 4 and 5
EYFS Early Learning Goals
- Subitise (recognise quantities without counting) up to 5
- Verbally count beyond 20, recognising the pattern of the counting system
- Explore and represent patterns within numbers up to 10, including evens and odds, double facts and how quantities can be distributed equally
- Have a deep understanding of numbers to 10, including the composition of each number
EYFS maths numbers 1 to 5 resources
Autumn Block 6 supports pupils to deepen their understanding of numbers up to 5, building fluency and confidence with number recognition, subitising, one more, one less and early number composition. This unit forms part of our EYFS maths scheme of work and aligns with the White Rose EYFS maths progression.
In Week 10, pupils explore the numbers 4 and 5 in depth using structured representations, hands-on activities and subitising patterns to help them visualise number structures. Resources include number hunts, dot pattern cards, five-frames and practical counting games to support early fluency.
Week 11 builds on this with early addition and subtraction concepts. Pupils explore one more and one less, and begin to understand composition using part-whole models, practical resources and guided talk. With strong foundations as the priority, pupils are supported to explain how numbers are made and broken into parts.
Each lesson includes:
- Detailed Reception maths lesson plans
- Teaching slides and practical tasks
- Optional EYFS maths worksheets for numbers to 5
- Ideas for continuous provision and real-life application
These resources support pupils to work towards the EYFS Early Learning Goals for number while preparing them for future learning with numbers to 10.
Start from Autumn Block 5: Circles and triangles or continue the journey with our Spring EYFS maths lessons for a complete Reception curriculum.
If you’re looking for EYFS numbers to 5 worksheets, Reception subitising activities or one more one less EYFS aligned with White Rose, this block gives you a clear next step.
