Master fraction calculations with this comprehensive, print-and-go primary mathematics resource! Perfect for Year 5 and Year 6 students, this activity contains 21 carefully scaffolded questions complete with a step-by-step, fully worked mark scheme. Help your students build confidence adding mixed numbers, transitioning smoothly from same denominators to distinct denominators requiring common multiples.

Save time planning and give your upper Key Stage 2 students the ultimate practice pack to master adding mixed numbers!
Adding mixed fractions can be a major hurdle for young learners. This ready-to-print resource features 21 carefully curated questions designed to take students from foundational calculations to advanced fractional computation. The pack naturally builds in difficulty, starting with common denominators on the first page before introducing different denominators and regrouping improper fraction sums on pages 2 and 3. Whether you need an independent homework assignment, a targeted fractions unit check, or structured cover work, this math pack has you covered.

What’s Included:
• 21 High-Quality Questions: Features a clear progression from identical denominators (e.g. thirds, fifths, eighths) to entirely distinct denominators requiring a Least Common Multiple (e.g. denominators of 7 and 3, or 8 and 6).
• Fully Worked Mark Scheme: A comprehensive, step-by-step breakdown of solutions is provided for all 21 questions—showing common denominator conversions and final simplified mixed fractions for quick teacher assessment or independent student self-checking!
• Spacious Three-Page Layout: Clean formatting gives students plenty of workspace to write out equivalent fractions and show their working clearly.

Curriculum Alignment:
• KS2 Mathematics (Year 5 & 6): Maps directly to national curriculum aims to add fractions and mixed numbers with different denominators, using the concept of equivalent fractions.
• Primary Revision / SATs Prep: Ideal for boosting arithmetic fluency and ensuring accuracy ahead of Key Stage 2 assessments.

Ways to Use This Resource in Your Classroom:
• Independent Homework Packet: Distribute the 3 pages across multiple days to reinforce daily math lessons.
• Math Centers & Intervention: Print, laminate, and let small intervention groups work through individual sections together during math rotations.
• Formative Assessment: Use individual pages as targeted quizzes to diagnose student progress before moving on to subtracting fractions.
• Cover Lessons: Clear question prompts and a complete step-by-step mark scheme make this an incredibly low-maintenance resource to hand over for a cover class.