Question 1

What times tables do children learn in KS2?

Accepted Answer

In Year 3 children learn the 3, 4 and 8 times tables. By Year 4 they are expected to know all tables up to 12×12 for the statutory multiplication tables check (MTC). Years 5 and 6 consolidate fluency.

Question 2

What is the Year 4 multiplication tables check?

Accepted Answer

The multiplication tables check (MTC) is a statutory online test taken in England at the end of Year 4. Children answer 25 questions on tables up to 12×12 with 6 seconds per question. Daily short practice with timed online drills like MathMill is the best preparation.

Question 3

How fast should KS2 children recall times tables?

Accepted Answer

For the Year 4 check, children need to answer within 6 seconds per question. Fluent recall generally means under 3–4 seconds per fact, which comes from regular timed practice.

KS2 Times Tables

Year 3 focus: 3s, 4s and 8s

Year 4 tables check: all tables to 12

Starting from KS1?