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The spring term focuses on developing pupils’ understanding of measurement and fractions, building on number skills from the autumn term. Pupils apply their knowledge in new contexts, strengthening accuracy, reasoning and problem-solving.
The term begins with length and perimeter, where pupils measure, compare and calculate using different units. This is followed by fractions, where pupils explore unit and non-unit fractions, represent fractions in different ways and begin to compare and order them. The term then moves on to mass and capacity, developing practical measurement skills and applying them in real-life contexts.
Each block follows the White Rose small steps, supporting clear progression and helping pupils move from practical experiences to more abstract understanding.
Explore the full Year 3 maths scheme of work to see how this term fits within the wider progression.
Explore our full range of Year 3 maths spring term worksheets, lesson packs and planning, designed to support clear progression across the term. These resources include teaching slides, differentiated worksheets and structured lesson plans aligned with the White Rose small steps.
The spring term covers key topics including length and perimeter, fractions, and mass and capacity. Pupils develop confidence in measuring and comparing, calculating perimeter, understanding fractions as part of a whole, and working with units of mass and capacity.
Each lesson supports pupils as they move from concrete and pictorial representations to more formal written methods. Opportunities for reasoning and problem solving are built into every block, helping pupils apply their understanding in a range of contexts.
These Year 3 maths resources are suitable for whole-class teaching, targeted support and consolidation, helping pupils build secure understanding across the spring term.
Browse the full Year 3 maths scheme to explore all blocks and lesson sequences across the year.
