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Free Numbers Worksheets for Reception

Counting in French. Download free printable french worksheets designed for Reception students (ages 4-5), aligned to the UK National Curriculum.

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What Your Child Will Learn

Count to 20 in French
Say how old you are in French
Recognise French numbers in context
Write French numbers as words up to 20

Sample Numbers Questions for Reception

Here are examples of the types of questions your child will practice:

1

Count from 1 to 10 in French.

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2

What is "quinze" in English?

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3

True or false: "vingt" means twenty.

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How do you say "seven" in French?

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Write the French for: 3, 8, 12, 17.

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Skills Your Child Will Build

Numeracy in French
Pronunciation
Communication
Cultural awareness

Real-World Applications

Understanding numbers helps children in everyday situations:

Shopping in French markets
Telling the time
Reading French timetables
Sports scores

Common Mistakes to Watch For

Help your child avoid these common numbers mistakes:

  • !Errors with 70–99 (soixante-dix, quatre-vingts)
  • !Forgetting liaison rules
  • !Ordinal number formation
  • !Confusing cardinal and ordinal numbers

Learning Progression

After mastering these foundations, students will progress to more complex french-numbers skills in Key Stage 2, building on the concepts learned here.

Sample Numbers Worksheets

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Numbers Worksheet - Reception - Intermediate

Reception · intermediate difficulty

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Activity 1: Counting in French

Count the number of apples below and say the number in French. Write the number in the box provided.

Combien de pommes? ______

Tips for Teaching Numbers

1Numbers 60–99 need extra practice (the irregular forms)
2Practice through games: bingo, countdown, number dictation
3Dates, times, and phone numbers make numbers relevant
4Say numbers aloud - pronunciation is as important as spelling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What numbers topics are covered in these worksheets?
Our numbers worksheets for Reception cover all aspects of counting in french as required by the UK National Curriculum. Each worksheet is designed to build skills progressively from foundation to challenge level.
Are these numbers worksheets suitable for Reception?
Yes, these worksheets are specifically designed for Reception students (ages 4-5). The content difficulty and question types are carefully matched to National Curriculum expectations for this age group.
How can I use these numbers worksheets effectively?
We recommend 15-20 minutes of focused practice per session. Use the worksheets to reinforce concepts taught at school, identify areas needing more practice, and build confidence. Every worksheet includes an answer key for easy self-assessment.
Do the numbers worksheets include answer keys?
Yes, every worksheet comes with a complete answer key on a separate page. This makes it easy for parents to check homework, teachers to mark work, and students to self-assess their understanding.

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