Year 1 | Finding the Difference Worksheets

Year 1 finding the difference worksheets

Save valuable planning time with these Year 1 finding the difference worksheets, fully aligned with the White Rose small steps. Pupils practise subtraction by finding the difference between two numbers using clear visuals such as ten frames and number lines up to 10.

The worksheets include tasks that ask pupils how many more or fewer there are between numbers, with simple questions like ‘Find the difference between 7 and 6,’ ‘How many more is 8 than 3?’ and ‘How many fewer is 2 than 6?’ Colourful counters and number lines support understanding and engagement.

Designed for whole-class lessons, small groups, or independent practice, these ready-to-use PDFs provide effective subtraction practice while saving teachers time on preparation. They fit neatly into your Year 1 maths curriculum, aligned with White Rose guidance and the national curriculum.

Find more White Rose small steps aligned, time-saving maths resources in our Year 1 maths worksheets collection to support a full Year 1 curriculum.