Dear Year 4 parents,

We are writing to inform you that your child will be participating in the multiplication tables check in June. The purpose of the check is to determine whether your child can fluently recall their times tables up to 12, which is essential for future success in mathematics. It is a statutory assessment that all Year 4 pupils will undertake this year. There will be several opportunities to ‘have a go’ and get used to the timings before the ‘official’ check.

What is the Multiplication tables check?

It is an on-screen check consisting of 25 times table questions. Your child will be able to answer 3 practice questions before taking the actual check. They will then have 6 seconds to answer each question. On average, the check should take no longer than 5 minutes to complete.

What if my child cannot access the check?

There are several access arrangements available for the check, these can be used to support pupils with specific needs. Your child’s teacher will ensure that the access arrangements are appropriate for your child before they take the check in June. The check has been designed so that it is inclusive and accessible to as many children as possible, including those with special educational needs or disability (SEND) or English as an additional language (EAL). However, there may be some circumstances in which it will not be appropriate for a pupil to take the check, even when using suitable access arrangements. If you have any concerns about your child accessing the check, you should discuss this with your child’s teacher.

How can I help?

Continue to encourage your child to learn their times tables – up to and beyond the check!

Will I receive feedback on my child’s check?

Yes. Your child’s score will be included in their end of year report. There is no pass mark for the check.

We thank you for your continued support. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s class teacher.

Yours sincerely

 

P A Swift
Headteacher

Mrs Hill, Mrs Lambrianides and Mr Parry
Year 4 Team