Subtract Ones Across a Ten

Differentiated Worksheets for Subtracting Across Tens in Three-Digit Numbers

Help your Year 3 students confidently subtract across tens in three-digit numbers with this set of differentiated worksheets. Aligned with the White Rose Maths scheme (Year 3 | Autumn term | Block 2 – Addition and subtraction | Step 8: Subtract 1s across a 10), these worksheets are perfect for supporting a structured learning progression with mental subtraction.

This resource includes:

• 6 progressive levels of worksheets, each level designed with 2 A4 sheets.
• Part-whole models and number lines included to provide structured visual support.
• Levels are cleverly designed to gradually reduce visual aids, encouraging independent mental maths subtraction thinking.
• Versions with and without chilli pepper level indicators for flexible use.

Ideal for students needing support at different levels of understanding, these worksheets will help build confidence and fluency in subtraction.

Follows on from: Add tens across a hundred
and Add ones across a ten