Where Maths Becomes an Adventure
Build your child's love of numbers from the very start. MathsTutor gives 5–7 year olds playful, interactive exercises aligned to the KS1 curriculum — earning rewards with every answer they get right.
What Your Child Learns in KS1
Full coverage of the Reception–Year 2 national curriculum — every topic, every year group
Counting & Number
Counting forwards and backwards to 100, recognising and ordering numbers, one more and one less, and understanding number value.
Addition & Subtraction
Adding and subtracting single and two-digit numbers, mental methods, and using number facts to solve simple problems.
Number Bonds
Bonds to 10 and 20, understanding part-whole relationships, and using these facts quickly in addition and subtraction.
Shapes & Patterns
Naming 2D and 3D shapes, describing properties, recognising patterns, and sorting objects by shape, size, and colour.
Place Value
Understanding tens and ones, partitioning two-digit numbers, and comparing and ordering numbers up to 100.
Fractions (Halves & Quarters)
Finding half and a quarter of shapes and quantities, understanding equal parts, and simple sharing problems.
Time & Money
Telling the time to the hour and half hour, sequencing events, recognising coins and notes, and simple money problems.
Measurement
Comparing lengths, weights, and capacities, using non-standard and standard units, and measuring with rulers and scales.
Built for Young Learners
Everything a 5–7 year old needs to fall in love with numbers
Earns XP & Badges
Every correct answer earns XP, every streak earns a badge. Young children thrive on celebration — and MathsTutor delivers it every single session.
Simple & Intuitive
Large buttons, clear instructions, and bright visuals mean 5 year olds can use it independently. No reading required to navigate — the app guides them through.
Progress You Can See
Your parent dashboard shows which KS1 topics your child has covered and how they are doing — so you always know where to focus next.
Curriculum Aligned
Every lesson maps to the national curriculum for Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 — so you know your child is learning exactly what their school expects.
Your Questions Answered
Everything parents ask about KS1 maths support
Is it suitable for a 5 year old?
Yes — MathsTutor includes Reception and Year 1 content, designed for children who are just beginning their maths journey. Exercises start with counting, recognising numbers, and simple patterns, with large visuals and bright colours that young children find engaging. Many parents sit alongside their child for the first few sessions and find they quickly become independent users.
Is it aligned to the UK primary curriculum?
Yes — all KS1 content is aligned to the national curriculum for England for Key Stage 1 (Reception through Year 2). Topics cover number and place value, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, fractions, measurement, geometry, and statistics exactly as set out in the curriculum. Your child will be practising precisely what their teacher is covering in class.
How much screen time does it involve?
The free tier includes a daily exercise limit, so practice sessions are naturally short and focused — typically 10 to 15 minutes. This aligns well with guidance from the NHS and primary education specialists, who recommend that educational screen time for young children is purposeful, time-limited, and ideally done alongside a parent or carer. The app also works best in short daily bursts rather than long single sessions.
How does my child use it?
Once you have set up an account, your child simply opens MathsTutor and picks a topic. Exercises are presented one at a time with clear visuals and instant feedback — a cheerful animation for a correct answer, and a gentle hint for an incorrect one. Younger children (5–6) often benefit from a parent nearby for the first few sessions, but most children quickly learn to use it independently. The gamification — XP, badges, and streaks — gives them a reason to come back every day.
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