Reception Maths Games
Free maths games for Reception (ages 5–6), each with a suggested starting level.
Add numbers within 10, 20, 100 or 1,000.
Start with: Numbers up to 10Take away within 10, 20, 100 or 1,000.
Start with: Numbers up to 10Read an analogue clock, from o’clock to any minute.
Start with: O’clockCompare numbers with <, > and =.
Start with: Up to 20Find the missing number in a sequence.
Start with: Counting onCount coins and notes, and work out change.
Start with: Count coinsName 2D and 3D shapes and count their parts.
Start with: 2D shapesFind the missing part to make 5, 10, 20 or 100.
Start with: Make 10Count pictures up to 5, 10 or 20 and compare groups.
Start with: Up to 10, Which has more?Slide number tiles to make 10, or double them up to 128 and 1024.
Start with: EasyMaths in Reception
Reception is when many children start to read and work with numbers. These games give five- and six-year-olds quick, playful practice with the skills they are learning in class.
- Short and often beats long and rare: 10 minutes a day builds fact fluency faster than an hour once a week.
- Start one level below where your child is comfortable. Early wins build confidence.
- Ask your child to explain how they got an answer. Talking through a strategy deepens understanding.
- Celebrate streaks and personal bests rather than perfect scores.
Frequently asked questions
What maths should my child know in Reception?
Adding and taking away within 10, comparing numbers to 20, counting on, and o’clock times.
Are these Reception maths games free?
Yes. Every game is free to play in the browser, with no download and no sign-up needed.
Which level should a Reception child start on?
Each game on this page shows a suggested starting level for Reception. Move up a level after getting three stars two or three times in a row.
Extra help with Reception maths
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