This Foundations First unit provides a clear, consistent and calm approach to early addition and subtraction. Each lesson follows the same predictable structure, supporting independence, retrieval and deep early number sense. What’s Included ✔ 12 full PowerPoint lessons ✔ Daily Do Now activity ✔ Retrieval slide ✔ I Do → We Do → You Do modelling ✔ Visual representations (counters, tens frames, objects) ✔ Concrete prompts (minimal resources) ✔ Success criteria and metacognition language ✔ Low‑cognitive‑load design across all slides Lesson Coverage Counting on Counting back Combining two groups Taking away Finding the difference Number bonds Part‑whole relationships Addition & subtraction within 10 Why Foundations First? Consistent visuals Predictable routines Minimal worksheets Calm learning environment Particularly supportive for SEND and EAL learners Try Lesson 1 for FREE in my TES shop before purchasing.

This complete 3‑week EYFS Place Value unit is designed using the Foundations First approach — consistent, calm and evidence‑informed teaching that reduces cognitive load and builds secure early number understanding. Every lesson follows a predictable structure so children know what to expect, feel confident, and experience success. Perfect for Reception teachers, ECTs, leaders building consistent pedagogy, and settings looking for SEND‑friendly maths planning without overwhelm. What’s Included This download contains everything you need for a full half‑term of early number teaching: 15 Full Lessons (PowerPoints) Each lesson includes: Do Now – immediate, independent warm‑up Learning Objective & Success Criteria – metacognition-friendly language Retrieval – strengthens memory through daily recall I Do – clear modelling We Do – guided practice You Do – independent application Consistent visual cues for remember, understand, apply Minimal, consistent resources (counters, tens frames, rekenreks) Printable Resources Subitising slides Tens frame images Concrete-to-visual scaffolds Simple teacher notes where needed Pedagogical Guide A short, user-friendly explanation of: Cognitive Load Theory Gradual Release (I/We/You Do) Why consistent visual design supports independence How the lessons build number composition and understanding Unit Coverage Fully aligned with the EYFS Early Learning Goals (Number): Children will: Subitise up to 5 Recognise numerals to 10 Count with accuracy Understand the cardinal principle Compare quantities Explore number composition to 10 Notice patterns (doubles, odds/evens) Use concrete and visual representations confidently Why Foundations First? This unit is built around a simple belief: Children learn best when the lesson stays consistent, predictable and uncluttered. With Foundations First, you get: Calm, clean slides Reduced visual noise A structure children quickly internalise A resource designed with SEND learners in mind Retrieval built into every lesson Progression that feels natural — not overwhelming No endless printing or preparation Teachers love this approach because it saves time and creates calmer maths sessions. Key Features 15 sequenced lessons Low cognitive load slide design Mixed concrete + visual modelling Repeated structures for confidence EYFS-appropriate language Suitable for whole class, groups and interventions Works alongside any mastery curriculum Try Before You Buy Download Lesson 1 for FREE to see the layout, visuals and teaching approach. Search: FREE SAMPLE – EYFS Maths Place Value: Lesson 1 (Foundations First)

A complete EYFS maths lesson designed to introduce simple addition and subtraction using clear visuals, minimal resources and predictable lesson routines. This lesson includes: Do Now Learning Objective + Success Criteria Retrieval I Do modelling We Do guided practice You Do independent task Concrete prompts (counters, tens frames) Clean, consistent Foundations First layout Perfect if you’re looking for a calm, structured approach to early calculation without overwhelm. Use this free sample to preview the structure and visual design used across the full 12‑lesson Addition & Subtraction Unit.

A simple, low‑cognitive‑load set of slides for comparing quantities to 10 using clear visuals and consistent representations. Perfect as a sample of the Foundations First maths approach. This free resource introduces comparing quantities up to 10 using clean, consistent visuals. Designed through the Foundations First approach, it helps young learners focus on the maths — not the clutter. Perfect for EYFS, Pre‑K, and Kindergarten classrooms wanting simple, predictable maths activities that build confidence. What’s Included PPT slides for comparing quantities to 10 Clear visual representations (dots, objects, tens-frame style images) “Which has more?” / “Which has fewer?” tasks I Do → We Do → You Do structure Simple concrete prompt ideas (counters, small objects) Aligned with early number sense progression How It Works Children practise comparing quantities using: consistent slide layouts side‑by‑side comparisons controlled visual variation short, sharp tasks This supports: cognitive load reduction attention to the relevant feature (quantity) independence through routine early mathematical language (“more”, “fewer”, “same”) Perfect For Reception / EYFS Pre‑K Kindergarten SEN/Intervention groups Teachers introducing early number comparison Anyone wanting a quick, ready‑to‑use maths warm‑up Try This Before You Download the Full Unit This freebie complements the full 3‑week Place Value Unit (15 lessons) in my Foundations First series.

Perfect for EYFS teachers looking for a clear, consistent and low‑cognitive‑load introduction to Place Value. This free sample includes Lesson One from the full 3‑week Foundations First EYFS Place Value unit. It showcases the structure, visuals and pedagogy used across the complete sequence. What is Foundations First? Foundations First resources are: Designed around Cognitive Load Theory to reduce unnecessary distractions and focus attention on what matters. Visually consistent, helping children recognise structures quickly and learn more efficiently. Practical and sustainable – using minimal but consistent concrete resources such as counters, Rekenreks and tens frames. Metacognition‑rich – children use “We are learning to…” and “Success looks like…” language from the very start. What’s Included in the Free Sample? Full Lesson One PowerPoint Do Now task Retrieval activity “I Do – We Do – You Do” modelling sequence Subitising practice Clear learning objective and success criteria Consistent iconography for remember / understand / apply Learning Focus (Lesson 1) Subitising up to 5 Recognising quantities without counting Introducing the Structures of 10 Building number confidence with immediate visual recognition Why Teachers Love This Approach No over‑complicated slides No clutter No expensive resource list Predictable lesson structure → calmer classrooms Designed for mixed-ability and SEND‑inclusive EYFS cohorts