Maths vocabulary list (primary)

Download our list of maths vocabulary for Key Stage (KS) 1 and KS2 of the National Curriculum, to help you check your pupils' understanding of new vocabulary introduced in years 1 to 6.

Last reviewed on 27 February 2026
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  1. Download our maths vocabulary list 

Download our maths vocabulary list 

Use this list to help you check your pupils' understanding of new vocabulary introduced in years 1 to 6.

It's based on the attainment targets in the National Curriculum, which were used to identify the core language that your pupils will need to understand and use to meet the expected standards.

Note that it's intended as a guide to what your pupils should know, and not an exhaustive list.

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