🍕 Why fractions matter
Fractions are the foundation for decimals, percentages, ratio and algebra. They're also the topic children most often lose confidence in — which is why every lesson here starts with a picture, not a rule.
🏫 What children learn in Years 4–6
Equivalent fractions and simplifying (Y4–5), comparing, ordering, adding and subtracting with different denominators (Y5–6), multiplying and dividing fractions, mixed numbers, fractions of amounts, and percentages (Y5–6).
🎯 Built for 11+ preparation
Every lesson highlights the exact mistakes examiners see most, in a ‘Watch Out!’ section. Two stretch topics go slightly beyond the Year 6 curriculum — just like the 11+ does.
The learning path
Work through the lessons in order — each one builds on the last.
Printable cheat sheets
One-page summaries of every method — print them and keep them by your child's desk.
Related topics
Frequently asked questions
What order should my child learn fractions in?
Follow the numbered learning path on this page — it moves from understanding what a fraction is, through equivalent fractions and simplifying, to calculating with fractions and finally percentages. Each lesson builds on the one before.
What ages are these fraction lessons for?
The lessons are written for children aged 9–11 (Years 5–6 in England) and are ideal for 11+ exam preparation. Younger confident learners and older children revising the basics will also find them useful.
Are these lessons free?
Yes — every lesson, worked example and printable cheat sheet on this page is completely free. The MindBlaze app adds daily practice, games and rewards if your child wants more.
Do the lessons match the school curriculum?
Yes. The content follows the England national curriculum for Key Stage 2 maths, with two clearly-marked stretch topics (dividing fractions by fractions, and percentage problems) that go slightly beyond — exactly the stretch 11+ exams expect.
How should we use these lessons at home?
Little and often beats marathon sessions: one 3-minute lesson, then a few practice questions. If your child gets stuck, ask ‘which step do you understand so far?’ rather than giving the answer.
What are the most common fraction mistakes?
Adding denominators (1/2 + 1/3 = 2/5), thinking a bigger denominator means a bigger fraction, and forgetting to simplify answers. Every lesson has a ‘Watch Out!’ section covering the mistakes examiners see most.
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