Individual Learning Cycle: Numeracy Through Play

Numeracy Through Play is a thoughtfully designed learning cycle that supports early mathematical understanding through meaningful, hands-on play experiences.

Instead of formal maths teaching, this resource nurtures:

• Counting foundations
• Quantity awareness (more/less)
• Problem solving and logical thinking
• Positional language (under, over, beside)
• Patterns, shapes, and real-life numeracy skills

With core activities, bonus play experiences, observation prompts and parent reflection pages, this bundle helps families recognise the rich mathematical learning already happening in everyday play.

Perfect for early years development, home learning and children who thrive through practical, sensory and play-led experiences.

What this resource is:
A developmental numeracy support guide rooted in play and real-life learning.

What this resource is not:
A formal maths curriculum or worksheet-based resource.

This standalone learning cycle is adapted from the Curious Minds Play & Learn Journey curriculum and can be used independently or alongside the full programme.