Measurement involves comparing a variety of different attributes, such as length, capacity and time. 

In the KS1 maths curriculum, children learn how to use appropriate units, estimate measurements and read scales. 

Year 1 

Compare, describe and solve problems for:  

• lengths and heights  
• mass/weight 
• capacity and volume 
• time

   

   

Measure and begin to record the following:  

• Lengths and heights  
• Mass/weight  
• Capacity and volume  
• Time (hours, minutes, seconds)

   

   

• Recognise and know the value of different denominations of coins and notes  
• Sequence events in chronological order
• Recognise and use language relating to days of the week, months and years 
• Tell the time to the hour and half past the hour, and draw the hands on a clock face to show these times

   

Year 2 

• Use appropriate units to estimate and measure length, mass, temperature and capacity to the nearest unit using rulers, scales, thermometers and measuring vessels  
• Compare and order lengths, mass, volume and record the results using >, < and = 
• Recognise and use symbols for pounds and pence 
• Combine amounts to make a particular value  
• Find different combinations of coins that equal the same amounts of money  
• Solve simple problems in a practical context involving addition and subtraction of money of the same unit 
• Compare and sequence intervals of time  
• Write the time to five minutes and draw the hands on a clock face to show these times  
• Know the number of minutes in an hour and the number of hours in a day
   

Tips for learning about measurement: 

• Involve your child in cooking or baking activities where they can measure ingredients