SATs Arithmetic – Order of Operations

Description

Build fluency, accuracy and confidence with this Year 6 SATs Arithmetic: Order of Operations worksheet, designed to help pupils master a key KS2 maths skill.

This engaging resource supports children in applying the correct order of operations (BODMAS/BIDMAS), ensuring they can confidently solve calculations involving brackets, division, multiplication, addition and subtraction. With a range of carefully structured questions, pupils develop a secure understanding of calculation sequences while avoiding common mistakes.

The worksheet features a variety of SATs-style arithmetic questions, mirroring the format, layout and level of challenge found in the KS2 tests. Pupils are required to think carefully about the order in which operations are carried out, reinforcing both fluency and reasoning skills.

The resource supports pupils to:

• Apply the correct order of operations (BODMAS/BIDMAS)
• Solve calculations involving multiple steps
• Work confidently with brackets, division, multiplication, addition and subtraction
• Avoid common misconceptions, such as working left to right incorrectly
• Develop accuracy and checking strategies

With a clear progression from straightforward calculations to more complex multi-step problems, this worksheet is ideal for:

• Year 6 SATs revision
• Arithmetic fluency practice
• Maths interventions and booster sessions
• Independent work or homework
• Assessing gaps in understanding

Fully aligned with the KS2 National Curriculum, this low-prep resource includes answers for quick marking and self-assessment, making it ideal for both classroom and home learning.