Year 2 | Addition and Subtraction Baseline Assessment

Year 2 Baseline Assessment – Addition and Subtraction within 20

A Year 2 Maths Baseline Assessment focusing on addition and subtraction within 20.
Ideal for the start of the autumn term to assess children’s recall of key number facts and mental calculation strategies.

The tasks use visual supports such as tens frames and number lines, helping all learners to show their understanding — even if they need more scaffolding early in the year.

Covers key areas

• Number bonds to 10 and 20
• Addition and subtraction within 20
• Counting on and back
• Making ten to add
• Related facts
• Comparing number sentences
• Simple problem solving

What’s included

• Printable assessment (with marks per question)
• Full answers and mark scheme
• Links to Year 1 National Curriculum statements
• Visuals and layout designed for accessibility and independence

Why teachers love it

• Quick and simple to deliver — great for September baselines
• Identifies who’s secure with number facts and who needs practice
• Perfect for catch-up sessions or end-of-year review
• Ready to print and use — no prep needed

Tip: Use with practical resources like counters or cubes for additional support.

Suggested title

Year 2 Maths Baseline Assessment | Addition and Subtraction within 20

Short description

A Year 2 Maths baseline assessment focusing on addition and subtraction within 20. Includes full answers, curriculum links and visual supports.

Tags

Year 2, Maths, baseline, assessment, addition, subtraction, number bonds, counting back, making ten, related facts, problem solving, KS1, autumn term