Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division - Long division - 4-digits by 2-digits (no remainders) - Planning

As part of the Year 6 curriculum, pupils delve into the mathematical concept of long division, specifically dividing 4-digit numbers by 2-digit numbers without remainders. The National Curriculum objectives for this unit require students to master the formal written method of long division and to understand how to interpret remainders in various forms suitable to the context. Key vocabulary such as division, quotient, and multiples are central to this unit, with resources like worksheets and presentations designed to support learning. The lesson begins with a recap of previous knowledge and a partner discussion on the use of multiples in division. Students then practice the long division method with 4-digit dividends, solidifying their understanding of the process and reinforcing the mathematical language involved.

The lesson progresses with activities that include solving word problems and identifying dividends and divisors, which further embeds the long division technique. Group work encourages reasoning about division difficulty and strategies for finding missing divisors. Differentiated worksheets cater to varying levels of ability, from those working towards the expected level to those capable of greater depth, such as solving multi-step word problems and finding missing digits in calculations. The plenary includes a 'Give me five' reflection exercise, prompting students to consider what they have learned, the skills they have used or found challenging, and the key points they need to remember. The lesson aims to address common misconceptions and ensure that students can accurately apply their times table knowledge to long division, correctly use subtraction, and place their answers in the appropriate place value columns.