Nursery Maths: Block 12: Exploring First Patterns

Nursery maths lesson pack: Exploring first patterns | Spring term

Support early pattern awareness with this nursery maths lesson pack on exploring first patterns, aligned with the EYFS maths framework and White Rose progression. Part of the Spring term scheme, this unit helps the children notice, copy and continue simple repeating patterns through movement, songs and practical play.

Across the six small steps, the children explore patterns using natural materials, everyday objects and small-world play. They begin to spot simple AB patterns, copy repeating sequences and talk about what comes next.

Through structured activities and purposeful play, the children develop confidence in recognising and creating patterns, supporting early mathematical thinking and language.

What’s included

• Six fully planned EYFS maths lessons with clear teaching guidance
• Teaching slides for each session
• Continuous provision ideas to support learning through play
• Key vocabulary, stem sentences and adult prompts

Learning focus

• Spotting and copying simple AB patterns
• Creating patterns using movement and objects
• Noticing patterns in natural and built environments
• Talking about what comes next in a sequence

This nursery maths lesson pack supports Development Matters guidance around pattern, sequencing and early mathematical language. It is ideal for teachers looking for EYFS maths planning for Nursery and White Rose aligned pattern activities.

This lesson pack forms part of our Nursery maths Spring term scheme, supporting progression across early maths learning.