Year 1 · Key Stage 1 · Geometry - properties of shapes
recognise and name common 2-D and 3-D shapes, including:
Statutory requirement
Pupils should be taught to recognise and name common 2-D and 3-D shapes, including:
- 2-D shapes [for example, rectangles (including squares), circles and triangles]
- 3-D shapes [for example, cuboids (including cubes), pyramids and spheres]
Source: Department for Education, National curriculum in England: mathematics programmes of study. Crown copyright information reproduced under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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uk-ks1-y1-ma-gps-01. The DfE does not assign an official alphanumeric code to this statement.Relevant Year 1 worksheets
These resources support parts of the requirement. They are not presented as a complete assessment of every clause.
Name the Shape
Kindergarten · printable with answer key
2D Shapes Worksheet (Kindergarten)
Kindergarten · printable with answer key
Counting Shape Sides Worksheet (Kindergarten)
Kindergarten · printable with answer key
3D Shapes Worksheet (Kindergarten)
Kindergarten · printable with answer key
Sort 2D or 3D Shapes Worksheet (Kindergarten)
Kindergarten · printable with answer key
Related teaching units
These existing units provide relevant lesson material. A dedicated UK-labelled unit may still be needed where the requirement is broader.