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Free Geometry Worksheets for Reception

Shapes, angles, and spatial reasoning. Download free printable maths worksheets designed for Reception students (ages 4-5), aligned to the UK National Curriculum.

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What Your Child Will Learn

Understand key concepts in geometry
Apply geometry skills to solve problems
Build confidence with geometry through practice
Develop fluency appropriate for Reception

Sample Geometry Questions for Reception

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

1

How many sides does a triangle have?

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Name this shape: ○

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How many corners does a square have?

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Is a cube a 2D or 3D shape?

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Name a shape with 6 faces

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Skills Your Child Will Build

Spatial reasoning
Shape properties
Measurement
Visualisation

Real-World Applications

Understanding geometry helps children in everyday situations:

Design and art
Construction
Navigation
Architecture

Common Mistakes to Watch For

Help your child avoid these common geometry mistakes:

  • !Formula confusion
  • !Unit errors
  • !Forgetting to square/cube
  • !Angle sum errors

Learning Progression

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

Tips for Teaching Geometry

1Practice geometry regularly for best results
2Start with easier problems and gradually increase difficulty
3Use the answer key to identify areas needing more practice
4Relate geometry to real-world situations when possible

More Maths Topics for Reception

AdditionSubtractionMultiplicationDivisionFractionsDecimals

Geometry for Other Age Groups

Early Years

Ages 0-2

Nursery

Ages 3-4

Key Stage 1

Ages 5-7

Key Stage 2

Ages 7-11

Key Stage 3

Ages 11-14

GCSE

Ages 14-16

A-Level

Ages 16-18

Frequently Asked Questions

What geometry topics are covered in these worksheets?▼
Our geometry worksheets for Reception cover all aspects of shapes, angles, and spatial reasoning as required by the UK National Curriculum. Each worksheet is designed to build skills progressively from foundation to challenge level.
Are these geometry 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 geometry 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 geometry 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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