Reception Classes Enjoy Outdoor Maths Adventures!

My favourite bit of maths is number bonds. A two and a two makes four, a three and a one makes four – Ella

Our Reception classes have been making the most of the drier weather by taking their maths learning outside! The children have been exploring a range of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) maths activities in the fresh air, using the natural environment to develop key skills in a fun and engaging way.

A one and a four makes five and a two and a three makes five – Arthur

I love maths, it’s my favourite. I’m good at numbers – Reuben

Our young mathematicians have been:
🔢 Practicing number recognition by spotting and ordering numbers in outdoor scavenger hunts.
🪵 Using natural materials like sticks, shells, and stones to create repeating patterns.
🎲 Playing counting games with hoops, beanbags, and outdoor number tracks.
📏 Exploring measurement by comparing the lengths of sticks and estimating distances.
🔺 Creating 2D and 3D shapes with outdoor objects, developing their understanding of geometry.

We’ve been learning doubles, double two is four, double four is eight, double 5 is ten – Jackson

Outdoor learning provides a fantastic opportunity for children to apply their mathematical skills in real-life contexts while enjoying the benefits of fresh air and movement. We look forward to many more outdoor maths adventures as the season continues!

I like doing maths outside – Zuri

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