Are you teaching year 5 or 6 children (UKS2) about obtuse, acute, and right angles and how to use protractors to measure angles in math? This outstanding interview lesson plan is perfect for you! This outstanding interview lesson teaches year 5 and year 6 children about obtuse, acute and right angles and using protractors to measure angles in maths is designed to showcase your mastery of subject knowledge and effective teaching techniques, impressing any Ofsted inspector. Using the principles of mastery learning and reasoning, this lesson is differentiated to meet the needs of all learners. The learning objective is to accurately use a protractor, with success criteria that include lining up the bottom of the protractor with one of the lines, making sure the corner (vertex) of the angle is in the middle of the protractor, and looking at where the 0 is on the line to use the correct set of numbers. The starter activity invites the children to look at the success criteria and complete a cold task on the screen, while the main activity provides teacher input on what angles are, as well as a discussion of real-life examples and different types of angles, such as right angles, obtuse angles, and acute angles. Children also have the opportunity to play “Simon Says” to identify whole turns, half turns, and 90-degree turns, shouting out the degrees of each angle as they do it. To engage higher ability children, they can complete the Hot Task (input) silently and independently while the rest of the class receives input. Differentiated activities include using angle eaters to measure and identify different types of angles, estimating and measuring angles on worksheets, and exploring the patterns and relationships between angles in different shapes. In the plenary, students will review the success criteria and reflect on their learning, sharing which part of the lesson was the easiest or hardest. The resources for this lesson include a PowerPoint, protractors, angle eaters, cold task, show it tasks, table display, and challenge tasks. Overall, this lesson is a strong example of how to teach a complex mathematical concept while promoting mastery and reasoning skills, making it an excellent choice for showcasing your teaching abilities during an interview or impressing an Ofsted inspector or SLT observer. Ideal for a 30 minute-1 hour lesson. uks2 ks2 problem solving reasoning finishing exit tickets greater depth exceeding observation

Solidify Year 3/4 students’ grasp of place value with this comprehensive 4-lesson unit. What’s included: Detailed Lesson Plans: Clear learning objectives and success criteria guide each lesson. Engaging PowerPoint Presentations: Visually enhance your teaching and keep students engaged. Differentiated Worksheets: Cater to various student abilities with a range of difficulty levels. Content covered: Lesson 1: Representing 4-digit numbers using place value blocks (ones, tens, hundreds, thousands). Lesson 2: Utilizing place value tables for accurate number decomposition (tens, ones, hundreds). Lesson 3: Partitioning numbers into hundreds, tens, and ones for effective ordering. Lesson 4: Applying place value knowledge to solve real-world word problems. Benefits: Progressive learning: Builds understanding step-by-step, starting with concrete manipulatives and progressing to abstract concepts. Differentiation: Ensures all students are challenged appropriately. Engaging activities: Keeps students motivated and actively participating. Teacher-friendly format: Saves valuable planning time. Align your teaching with the National Curriculum for Y3/4 maths. Search terms: Y3/4 Maths, Place Value Unit, Lesson Plans, PowerPoints, Worksheets, KS2, Number and Place Value, Partitioning, Ordering, Word Problems

Spread festive cheer while reinforcing key maths concepts with this downloadable pack of 10 Christmas-themed worksheets for Year 5 students. Activities cover a range of skills: Problem solving: Santa’s sacks, Christmas party planning, Twelve Days of Christmas challenges. Fractions: Fun with the Twelve Days of Christmas. Multiplication: Navigate Christmas-themed times table mazes. Algebra: Solve Christmas present-themed word problems. Spatial Reasoning: Coordinate games to keep the festive cheer flowing. Real-world application: Calculate Christmas postage costs. Differentiation included: Varied difficulty levels cater to a range of abilities (easier and harder versions for some activities). Answer sheets provided for most activities (except Christmas party planning, as solutions may vary). This resource aligns with the National Curriculum for KS2. Search terms: Year 5 maths, Christmas activities, problem solving, fractions, multiplication, algebra, spatial reasoning, KS2, Christmas worksheets, exit tickets, greater depth

This outstanding-rated maths lesson on ordering decimals and fractions is perfect for Upper Key Stage 2 (Year 5 and Year 6) students. Designed for a 30-minute to 1-hour session, this lesson includes a PowerPoint presentation, fluency exercises, and differentiated activities to cater to varying skill levels. It covers essential skills such as converting between fractions and decimals, comparing values, and ordering them correctly. Students will engage with fluency, reasoning, problem-solving, and mastery tasks, making this an excellent resource for building confidence in decimals and fractions. Ideal for Ofsted observations, NQT lessons, or as part of a structured maths curriculum. Visit my shop to explore complementary lessons in this series.

When you purchase this product, you will receive a detailed 5-lesson unit designed to introduce Year 3 and Year 4 students to the foundational steps of addition. The unit includes differentiated tasks for each lesson (mild, spicy, and hot), catering to diverse learning needs. You’ll also find a pre- and post-assessment to track students’ progression throughout the unit. The lessons cover concrete addition using Dienes, pictorial methods, efficient strategies, expanded addition, and the column method. Students will learn to solve addition problems using hands-on manipulatives, visual strategies, and efficient mathematical methods. This unit encourages fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills while ensuring that learners build confidence in their understanding of addition. Perfect for classrooms following mastery approaches and ideal for Ofsted observation, NQT lessons, or regular teaching sessions. Concrete addition using Dienes Pictorial addition Efficient methods Expanded method Column method Tags: Ofsted outstanding problem solving reasoning fluency interview observation

Deepen your KS2 students’ understanding of place value and rounding with this exciting, hands-on maths lesson. This resource is packed with activities that will challenge and engage your learners, helping them develop their problem-solving skills and mathematical thinking. What’s Included: ☆ Fun Place Value Quiz: Get your students warmed up with a lively quiz that tests their knowledge of place value concepts. ☆ 4 Unique Investigations: Choose from four different challenges designed to suit different abilities and learning styles, encouraging students to think critically and creatively. ☆ Mastery Challenge Sheet: Stretch your higher-achieving students with a set of thought-provoking problems that test their mastery of place value and rounding. ☆ Comprehensive Lesson Plan & PowerPoint: Follow the easy-to-use lesson plan and visually appealing slides to guide your instruction. ☆ Ready-to-Print Worksheets: Save time with printable materials that are ready to go. Skills Covered: ☆ Rounding: To the nearest 10, 100, and 1000. ☆ Place Value: Understanding the value of each digit in a number. ☆ Problem-Solving: Applying place value and rounding to solve real-world problems. ☆ Critical Thinking: Analyzing information and making logical conclusions. Perfect for: Year 4, Year 5, and Year 6 teachers looking for a fun and challenging way to teach place value and rounding. Why Choose This Resource: ☆ Differentiated Activities: Suitable for all levels in your classroom. ☆ Interactive Learning: Encourage active participation and deeper understanding. ☆ Teacher-Approved: Tried and tested with KS2 students. Tags: ks2 maths, place value, rounding, maths investigation, primary maths, year 3 maths, year 4 maths, year 5 maths, year 6 maths, differentiated maths activities, problem-solving maths, mastery maths, maths worksheets, maths lesson plans

Have any issues with this resource or a request? Contact us directly for the quickest response at: explore_education@outlook.com An outstanding rated maths lesson based around ordering and comparing decimals including reasoning and mastery. Ideal for a 30 minute - 1 hour lesson. observation interview ofsted nqt ks2 uks2 year 5 year 6 decimal money problem solving

Looking for a maths lesson that makes learning about money a breeze? You’ve found it! This lesson is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your teaching prowess with activities that clearly show student progress. Ideal for a reasoning-focused maths class, the interactive PowerPoint questions are designed to engage students across all skill levels. Rooted in the NCETM’s differentiation principles, this lesson encourages critical thinking and is outlined in the accompanying notes. Whether you have 15 minutes or a full hour, this lesson’s flexibility has made it a hit for both interviews and Ofsted inspections. Here’s what you’ll receive: ★ A standout lesson plan complete with mini-plenaries, tailored success criteria, and classroom management tips. ★ An interactive PowerPoint filled with thought-provoking mastery questions. ★ A double-sided worksheet featuring open-ended tasks that challenge students to consider various solutions. Lesson objective: To master adding and subtracting money to resolve real-world problems. Success Criteria: 🌶 Confidently add various amounts of money to calculate the total. 🌶🌶 Accurately determine the correct change. 🌶🌶🌶 Skillfully apply reasoning to justify your problem-solving approach. This lesson is perfect for observations, Ofsted visits, NQTs, and fits right into the KS2 and LKS2 curriculum for Year 4 and Year 3 classes.