Examples of what pupils should know and be able to do
Probing questions
Which of these calculations are correct/incorrect?
What tips would you give to someone to help with column addition/subtraction?
If you are given a sum does it matter if you add the numbers in a different order? What about subtraction?
What if pupils find this a barrier?
Refer back to Step 2.
For guidance on addition and subtraction refer to the document 'The National Numeracy Strategy: Teaching written calculations – guidance for teachers at Key Stages 1 and 2' (QCA/99/486) pp. 33-34.
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