ReceptionAges 4-5Maths

Free Measurement Worksheets for Reception

Length, weight, volume, and time. 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 measurement
Apply measurement skills to solve problems
Build confidence with measurement through practice
Develop fluency appropriate for Reception

Sample Measurement Questions for Reception

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

1

Which is longer: 1 metre or 1 centimetre?

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How many centimetres in 1 metre?

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3

Would you measure a pencil in cm or km?

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Which is heavier: 1 kg or 500g?

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How many ml in 1 litre?

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Skills Your Child Will Build

Estimation
Unit conversion
Practical application
Precision

Real-World Applications

Understanding measurement helps children in everyday situations:

DIY projects
Cooking
Sports
Science experiments

Common Mistakes to Watch For

Help your child avoid these common measurement mistakes:

  • !Not reading questions carefully
  • !Rushing through problems
  • !Not checking answers
  • !Missing key steps

Learning Progression

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

Tips for Teaching Measurement

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

More Maths Topics for Reception

AdditionSubtractionMultiplicationDivisionFractionsDecimals

Measurement 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 measurement topics are covered in these worksheets?▼
Our measurement worksheets for Reception cover all aspects of length, weight, volume, and time as required by the UK National Curriculum. Each worksheet is designed to build skills progressively from foundation to challenge level.
Are these measurement 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 measurement 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 measurement 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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