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MathsBeginnerReception · Ages 4–5

Reception Maths: Number Recognition and Counting to 10

A Reception maths worksheet practising number recognition, counting objects up to 10, ordering numbers, and one-to-one correspondence.

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Learning objectives

  • Recognise numerals 1 to 10
  • Count objects accurately up to 10
  • Order numbers from 1 to 10

Instructions

Look at each question carefully. Count slowly and point to each object as you count.

Questions

1

Count the stars: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★. How many are there?

2

Count the dots: ● ● ● ● ●. Write the number.

3

What number comes after 6?

4

What number comes before 9?

5

Fill in the missing numbers: 1, 2, ___, 4, 5, ___, 7

6

Draw 4 circles.

7

Draw 8 stars.

8

Put these numbers in order from smallest to biggest: 7, 2, 9, 4, 1

9

Which is more: 3 or 8?

10

Write the number ten using a numeral.

Answer Key

Teacher / Parent copy
1.7
2.5
3.7
4.8
5.3 and 6
6.4 circles drawn
7.8 stars drawn
8.1, 2, 4, 7, 9
9.8
10.10

Teacher note

Counting at Reception level should always be accompanied by physical objects where possible. If completing this worksheet 1:1, provide counters for children to use alongside the printed tasks. This sheet supports the EYFS Number ELG.

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