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Free Money Worksheets for Early Years

Counting money and making change. Download free printable maths worksheets designed for Early Years students (ages 0-2), aligned to the UK National Curriculum.

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What Your Child Will Learn

Recognise and name coins and notes
Add small amounts of money
Calculate simple change
Solve simple shopping problems

Sample Money Questions for Early Years

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

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How many pence in £1?

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50p + 20p = ?

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A lolly costs 45p. I pay with £1. What change do I get?

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Which coins make 30p?

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I have £2. Can I buy something costing £2.50?

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Skills Your Child Will Build

Financial literacy
Real-world maths
Decimal handling
Problem solving

Real-World Applications

Understanding money helps children in everyday situations:

Budgeting
Shopping
Saving
Understanding finances

Common Mistakes to Watch For

Help your child avoid these common money mistakes:

  • !Forgetting to include pence
  • !Confusing coins of similar size
  • !Incorrect change calculation
  • !Decimal place errors

Learning Progression

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

Sample Money Worksheets

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Money Worksheet - Early Years - Intermediate

Early Years · intermediate difficulty

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Activity 1: Counting Coins

Look at the coins below and count how many there are. Point to each coin as you count them out loud. Write the total number of coins in the box provided.

How many coins did you count? ______

Tips for Teaching Money

1Use real or plastic coins in play shops
2Practise giving change by "counting up"
3Connect to budgeting - "how much can you spend?"
4Link to decimals throughout

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Frequently Asked Questions

What money topics are covered in these worksheets?
Our money worksheets for Early Years cover all aspects of counting money and making change as required by the UK National Curriculum. Each worksheet is designed to build skills progressively from foundation to challenge level.
Are these money worksheets suitable for Early Years?
Yes, these worksheets are specifically designed for Early Years students (ages 0-2). The content difficulty and question types are carefully matched to National Curriculum expectations for this age group.
How can I use these money 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 money 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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