1G—1 Recognise common 2D and 3D shapes presented in different orientations, and know that rectangles, triangles, cuboids and pyramids are not always similar to one anothe...
Geometry
Year 1
Creating New Shapes from Known Shapes
1G—2 Compose 2D and 3D shapes from smaller shapes to match an example, including manipulating shapes to place them in particular orientations. The ability to compose n...
Geometry
Year 1
Describing Properties of Shapes
2G–1 Use precise language to describe the properties of 2D and 3D shapes, and compare shapes by reasoning about similarities and differences in properties. Understandi...
Geometry
Year 2
Drawing and Analyzing Polygons
3G–2: Draw polygons by joining marked points, and identify parallel and perpendicular sides. Supports the development of geometric understanding and the ability to vis...
Geometry
Year 3
Identifying Right Angles in Shapes
3G–1: Recognise right angles as a property of shape or a description of a turn, and identify right angles in 2D shapes presented in different orientations. Enhances sp...
Geometry
Year 3
Regular and Irregular Polygons
4G–2: Identify regular polygons, including equilateral triangles and squares, as those in which the side-lengths are equal and the angles are equal. Find the perimeter of...
Geometry
Year 4
Drawing and Translating Polygons
4G–1: Draw polygons, specified by coordinates in the first quadrant, and translate within the first quadrant. Introduces geometric reasoning and spatial visualization,...
Geometry
Year 4
Exploring Line Symmetry in Shapes
4G–3: Identify line symmetry in 2D shapes presented in different orientations. Reflect shapes in a line of symmetry and complete a symmetric figure or pattern with respec...
Geometry
Year 4
Calculating Area of Rectangles
5G–2: Compare areas and calculate the area of rectangles (including squares) using standard units. Applies arithmetic to geometry, essential for understanding properti...
Geometry
11+
Year 5
Comparing and Measuring Angles
5G–1: Compare angles, estimate and measure angles in degrees (°) and draw angles of a given size. Introduces geometric reasoning with angles, foundational for studying...
Geometry
11+
Year 5
Composing and Decomposing Shapes Based on Different Properties
6G–1: Compose and decompose shapes according to given properties, including dimensions, angles, and area, to solve related problems. This task enhances understanding of g...
Year 6
Geometry
11+
Properties of 2D Shapes
7G–1: Identify and classify different types of triangles and quadrilaterals, and apply angle properties, including those related to parallel and intersecting lines, to so...
Geometry
11+
Year 7
Finding Area and Perimeter of Triangles, Quadrilaterals and Compound Shapes
7G–2: Calculate the area and perimeter of triangles, quadrilaterals, and compound shapes by applying relevant formulae and decomposing shapes where necessary. Builds f...
Geometry
11+
Year 7
Volume of Cubes and Cuboids
7G–3: Calculate and compare the volume of cubes and cuboids using standard units, and solve problems involving volume in real-life contexts. Builds spatial reasoning a...
Geometry
11+
Year 7
Rotational Symmetry
7G–5: Identify and describe the order of rotational symmetry of 2D shapes, and apply this knowledge in problem solving. Develops spatial awareness and geometric reason...
Geometry
11+
Year 7
Plotting in All Four Quadrants
7G–6: Plot and interpret points in all four quadrants of the Cartesian plane, and use coordinates to describe positions and relationships between points. Calculate the po...
Geometry
11+
Year 7
Reflection, Rotation, Translation and Enlargement
7G–4: Perform and describe reflections, rotations, translations, and enlargements of shapes in the plane, using coordinates where appropriate. Enhances understanding o...