Year 4 families - We are taking part in the 2022 Multiplication tables check

Do you have a child in year 4?

If so, they will have the opportunity to take the government's optional multiplication tables check (MTC), in June 2022.

Woodpecker will be taking part in this excercise.

The purpose of the check is to determine whether pupils can fluently recall their times tables up to 12, which is essential for future success in mathematics. It will also help the school to identify pupils who may need additional support.

The MTC is an on-screen check consisting of 25 times tables questions. Your child will answer 3 practice questions before moving on to the official check and will then have 6 seconds to answer each question. On average, the check should take no longer than 5 minutes to complete.

Do I need to do anything to prepare my child for the check?

No. You do not need to do anything additional to prepare your child for the check. As part of usual practice, teachers may ask you to practice times tables with your child, as they would with spelling.

You can find out more here.