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KS2 SATs Reasoning Questions Support
Coming this September for 2026-27 Academic Year

Preparing pupils for KS2 SATs reasoning papers can be challenging, especially when gaps appear in specific question types. Our KS2 SATs Reasoning Missions are designed to provide targeted support for individual questions, helping you address misconceptions quickly and effectively.

Each Reasoning Mission focuses on a single reasoning question style, offering opportunities for practising related reasoning questions and supporting calcualtion strategies that pupils can apply independently. This makes it ideal for intervention groups, pre-teaching or rapid revision in the lead-up to SATs.

Whether you’re revisiting tricky concepts, building confidence or stretching higher-attaining pupils, these resources give you a structured way to ensure every child can access and succeed in reasoning papers.

Find out more about the SATs Reasoning Missions here...
Take a look at some free samples below...
YEARPAPERQUESTION NUMBERDESCRIPTIONCurriculum YearLEVELDAY 1DAY 2DAY 3
2024318Multi-Step Calculations5StretchMulti-Step Calculations money multiplication multiplying calculating with money
2024319Problem Solving with Division6StretchProblem Solving with Division missing digits missing values short division dividing quotient
202527Reading Conversion Graphs6StretchReading Conversion Graphs converting units of mass converting mass converting pounds and kilograms kg lbs
2025316Interpreting Pie Charts6StretchInterpreting Pie Charts graphs data statistics proportion
202539Calculating with Negative Numbers4StretchNegative Numbers minus numbers directed numbers number line difference
202529Division Facts and Remainders3StretchDivision Facts and Remainders dividing times table facts
2025362-Step Calculations4Stretch2-Step Calculations addition subtraction multi step
2025211Addition in Context5StretchAddition in Context multi step addition kilometres km multi-step calculations
2025217Converting Units of Measurement6StretchConverting Units of Measurement scaling units of measurement kilograms grams kg mass metric units of measurement
2025218Comparing Fractions5StretchComparing Fractions ordering fractions greater than less than common denominators
2025222Calculating the Volume of Cuboids6StretchCalculating the Volume of Cuboids 3d shapes dimensions area
2025221Multiplying by 10 and 100 in Context5StretchMultiplying by 10 and 100 multiplying decimals by 10 multiplying decimals by 100 must-step calculations money pounds pence
2024226Translating Coordinates6StretchTranslating Coordinates moving coordinates x axis y axis translation of coordinates
2025321Identifying Multiples5StretchIdentifying Multiples times tables number sequences patterns
2025318Converting Metric Units of Length5StretchConverting Metric Units of Length converting length mm cm m km millimetres centimetres metres kilometres
2025320Fractions of Shapes6StretchFractions of Shapes proportion fraction of an amount fraction of a quantity area Solving problems with fractions
2024322Substitution and Formula6Greater DepthSubstitution and Formula substituting values into unknowns algebra formulas
2025322Angle Properties of 2D Shapes6Greater DepthAngle Properties of 2D Shapes obtuse angle acute angle opposite angles degrees quadrilaterals
2025319Calculating Fractions of an Amount in Context6Greater DepthCalculating Fractions of an Amount in Context problem solving with fractions length
2025314Substitution with Prime and Square Numbers6Greater DepthSubstitution with Prime and Square Numbers unknown values factors indices
2024321Multi-Step Calculations6Greater DepthMulti-Step Calculations with money multiplication multiplying multi-step problem solving
2025223Fractions of an Amount6Greater DepthTryFractions of an Amount fractions of a quantity proportion
2025317Multi-Step Calculations in Context6Greater DepthMulti-Step Calculations in Context four operations 4 operations addition subtraction multiplication division
2024227Reasoning with Percentages of an amount6Greater DepthReasoning with Percentages of an amount percentages of a quantity proportion percentage of an amount percentage of a quantity
202523Calculating with Money and Coins4CoreCalculating with Money and Coins pound pence adding coins
2025220Prime Numbers6CorePrime Numbers factors of numbers
2025219Multi-Step Calculations6CoreMulti-Step Calculations with multiplication Multi-Step Calculations with addition money
2025216Comparing Units of Measurement4CoreComparing Units of Measurement mass kilograms kg grams units of mass metric units of mass
2025215Converting fractions and Decimals6CoreConverting fractions and Decimals tenths change fraction to decimal
2025214Adding Decimals in Context5CoreAdding Decimals in Context multi-step calculations tenths distance miles length
2025213Calculations in Context5CoreCalculations in Context calculating with brackets bidmas bodmas multi-step calculations addition subtraction multiplication division adding subtracting dividing multiplying
202526Place Value in Numbers6CorePlace Value in Numbers place value in 7 digit numbers millions columns
2025212Converting Metric Units of Measurement5CoreConverting Metric Units of Measurement metric units of length centimetres metres millimetres kilometres
202525Count in Multiples3CoreCount in Multiples lowest common multiples times tables adding
2025210Nets of Cubes6CoreNets of Cubes edges faces vertices 3d shapes 2d
202524Reading Coordinates4CoreReading Coordinates plotting coordinates x axis y axis grid interpreting coordinates
202522Calculating 100 More and 1000 More3CoreTryCalculating 100 More and 1000 More place value adding 100 adding 1000
202521Compare and Order Angles3CoreTryCompare and Order Angles acute angle reflex angle obtuse angle right angle
202528Reflecting 2D Shapes5CoreReflecting 2D Shapes reflection transformation mirror line x axis y axis
2024324Multiplying Fractions6CoreMultiplying Fractions product of fractions numerators denominators
202531Place Value5CoreTryPlace Value columns value of digits
202535Coordinates and Translation4CoreTryCoordinates and Translation moving shape transformation move left move right move up move down vectors
202534Halving and Dividing Decimals5CoreHalving and Dividing Decimals tenths division of decimals dividing money splitting money
202533Rounding Values5CoreRounding Values to the nearest 10 Rounding Values to the nearest 100 Rounding Values to the nearest 1000 Rounding Values to the nearest 10000 place value
202532Place Value of 7 Digit Numbers6CorePlace Value of 7 Digit Numbers columns value of digits Place Value of 7 Digit values millions
2024323Properties of 3D Shapes6CoreTryProperties of 3D Shapes edges vertices corners faces solids triangular based pyramid tetrahedron cube cuboid triangular prism hexagonal prism
2024320Identifying Angles6CoreIdentifying Angles acute angles obtuse angles reflex angles right angles 2d shape properties 2d-shape properties polygon triangles trapezium parallelograms
2024317Calculating Common Factors5Corecommon factors prime numbers lowest common factors
2024312Ordering fractionsCoreOrdering fractions comparing fractions greater than less than tenths hundredths ascending order descending order
2024316Ordering Fractions and Decimals6CoreOrdering Fractions and Decimals ordering decimals comparing fractions and decimals comparing fractions comparing decimals greater than less than inequalities
2024310Measuring Angles6CoreMeasuring Angles drawing angles measuring acute angles drawing acute angles degrees turn
2024311Understanding Formal Subtraction Methods3CoreUnderstanding Formal Subtraction Methods column method place value take away difference
202439Days and Weeks4Coreconverting Days and Weeks converting units of time
202537Converting Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers5CoreConverting Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers convert mixed numbers to improper fractions mixed fractions top heavy fractions
2025310Working with Units of Measurement5CoreTryWorking with Units of Measurement Working with Units of Mass ordering units of measurement metric units metres kg kilograms
202438Translating 2D Shapes6CoreTranslating 2D Shapes transformations moving shapes x axis y axis
2025312Converting 12-Hour and 24-Hour Time3 4CoreConverting 12-Hour and 24-Hour Time
202538Calculating with Money4CoreCalculating with Money pounds pence adding money subtracting money
2025311Converting Fractions and Decimals 5CoreConverting Fractions and Decimals Converting decimals and fractions tenths hundredths thousandths
2025313Ordering Fractions and Decimals5CoreOrdering Fractions and Decimals comparing fractions and decimals decimals and fractions tenths hundredths ascending descending
2025315Multiplying and Dividing with Powers of 106CoreMultiplying and Dividing with Powers of 10 squared indices cubed 100 1000 division multiplication
202437Using Inverse Calculations4CoreUsing Inverse Calculations inverse operations working backwards missing starting number multiplying adding subtracting dividing division addition subtraction multiplication
202436Simplest Form of Fractions6CoreSimplest Form of Fractions calculating simplest form simplest terms equivalent fractions
202435Reading Roman Numerals5CoreReading Roman Numerals
202434Rounding Values4CoreRounding Values rounding numbers rounding to the nearest 100 rounding to the nearest 10000
202432Negative Numbers in Context5CoreNegative Numbers in Context minus numbers directed numbers addition subtraction adding positive numbers adding negative numbers subtracting negative numbers subtracting positive numbers
202433Multi-Step Calculations with Money4CoreMulti-Step Calculations with Money problem solving with money adding money subtracting money
202632Calculating Duration of Time3CoreCalculating Duration of Time length of time hours minutes seconds table of information data
202639Rounding Decimals4CoreRounding Decimals place value rounding to the nearest tenth rounding to one tenth reasoning with rounding
202635Multiplying with Money4CoreMultiplying with Money calculating with money pounds pence finance
2026312Reading and Plotting Coordinates4CoreReading and Plotting Coordinates quadrant x axis y axis position
2026310Problem solving with Addition3CoreProblem solving with Addition place value adding sum
202631Comparing the Value of decimals4CoreComparing the Value of decimals ordering decimals tenths hundredths place value greater than less than
202633Negative Numbers in Context5CoreTryNegative Numbers in Context directed numbers positive numbers difference minus numbers degrees temperature
202431Identifying Equivalent Fractions3CoreTryIdentifying Equivalent Fractions equal fractions simplest form
202636Ordering Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions6StretchOrdering Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions ordering improper fractions and mixed numbers compare comparing mixed numbers comparing improper fractions greater than less than inequalities
202634Problem Solving with Subtraction3StretchProblem Solving with Subtraction missing digits place value subtraction mastery taking away take away difference
2024315Calculating Percentages of an Amount6StretchCalculating Percentages of an Amount calculate a percentage of an amount Calculating Percentages of an quantity calculate a percentage of an quantity proportion
2024314Drawing Pie Charts6StretchDrawing Pie Charts graphs constructing pie charts decimals fractions tenths hundredths percentages
2024313Multi-Step Calculations with Mass5StretchTryMulti-Step Calculations with Mass weight problem solving with mass problem solving with weight metric units of measurement units of mass
2026220Angles in Triangles6Greater DepthAngles in Triangles calculating missing angles in triangles acute angles obtuse angles 180 degrees
2026221Calculating Fractions of an Amount6Greater DepthCalculating Fractions of an Amount fractions of a quantity proportion problem solving with fractions
2026223Calculating Fractions and Percentages of an Amount6Greater DepthCalculating Fractions and Percentages of an Amount Calculating Fractions and Percentages of a quantity proportion pie charts data statistics graphs
2026210Ratio6Greater Depthcalculating ratio sharing dividing proportion
202637Using Times Tables Facts4StretchUsing Times Tables Facts working backwards missing numbers missing values inverse operation
202638Interpreting Line Graphs5StretchInterpreting Line Graphs reading line graphs data statistics x axis y axis
2026311Multi-Step Calculations with Multiplication and Addition6StretchMulti-Step Calculations with Multiplication and Addition problem solving with multiplying problem solving with multiplication
2026213Equivalent Fractions, Decimals and Percentages6StretchEquivalent Fractions, Decimals and Percentages equivalent fdp tenths hundredths thousandths
2026222Negative Numbers and Bridging Zero4StretchNegative Numbers and Bridging Zero directed numbers minus numbers difference counting over zero positive negatives
2026214Multi-Step calculations with Money6StretchMulti-Step calculations with Money calculating with money pence pounds 2 step
2026211Problem Solving with Perimeter4StretchSolving Problems with Perimeter missing dimensions calculating perimeter width length units of measurement metric units
2026215Times Tables Facts with Decimals5CoreTryTimes Tables Facts with Decimals multiplying multiplication division facts tenths
2026212Rounding Values5CoreRounding Values rounding numbers rounding to the nearest 10 rounding to the nearest 100 rounding to the nearest 1000 rounding to the nearest 10000 place value rounding to the nearest 100000 rounding to the nearest 1000000
2026216Comparing Fractions5CoreComparing Fractions ordering fractions equivalent fractions common denominators size of fractions greater than less than inequalities
2026218Identifying Opposite Angles6StretchIdentifying Opposite Angles acute angle obtuse angle missing angles angle properties
2026217Converting Kilometres and Miles6StretchConverting Kilometres and Miles converting miles and kilometres km to miles miles to km units of length units distance metric units imperial units
2026314Multiplication and Division Facts5Greater DepthMultiplication and Division Facts equations problem solving with multiplication problem solving with division
2026315Multi-Step calculations6Greater DepthMulti-Step calculations short multiplication division
2026313Problem Solving with Ratio6Greater DepthTryProblem Solving with Ratio splitting a quantity into a ratio proportion fractions dividing into a ratio
2026317Equivalent Fractions and Decimals5CoreEquivalent Fractions and Decimals equivalent decimals and fractions tenths hundredths fdp
2026316Working with Prime Numbers Square Numbers and Multiples5CoreWorking with Prime Numbers Square Numbers and Multiples times tables sequences factors
2026319Substituting Values6Greater DepthTrySubstituting Values substitution unknowns algebra variables
2026320Angles in triangles6Greater DepthAngles in triangles interior angles exterior angles 180 degrees angle properties of triangles 2d shapes polygons geometry missing angles
2026321Area of Rectangles and Triangles6Greater DepthArea of Rectangles and Triangles area of triangles problem solving with area shape 2d shapes polygons
2026318Ratio in Context6Greater DepthRatio in Context proportion fractions money pounds pence problem solving with ratio
202423Interpreting Bar Charts3CoreTryInterpreting Bar Charts bar graphs data
202424Number Sequences with Negative Numbers6StretchNumber Sequences with Negative Numbers number patterns minus numbers term to term
202425Solving Problems with Short Multiplication4CoreSolving Problems with Short Multiplication multiplying times tables missing digits
202426Place Value in 3-Digit Numbers3CorePlace Value in 3-Digit Numbers HTU 3-digit value 3 digit value 3 digit number
202427Long Multiplication in Context5CoreLong Multiplication in Context times tables multiples of 10
202428Rounding Values5CoreRounding Values rounding to 10 rounding to 100 round to nearest 10 round to nearest 100
202429Dividing by 10 and 1004CoreTryDividing by 10 and 100 place value dividing by 100 columns
2024210Prime Numbers6CorePrime numbers factors
2024211Understanding tables of data6CoreUnderstanding tables of data division in context dividing times tables 2-way table
2024212Calculating Fractions of an Amount5CoreCalculating Fractions of an Amount fractions of a quantity proportion area
2024213Properties of 3D-Shapes6CoreProperties of 3D-Shapes Properties of 3-D Shapes square based pyramid triangular prism tetrahedron pentagonal prism cylinder cuboid faces vertices corners edges
2024214Problem Solving with Fractions of an Amount4StretchProblem Solving with Fractions of an Amount Problem Solving with Fractions of a quantity proportion multi-step problems
2024215Multiplying Decimals by 10 and 1006CoreMultiplying Decimals by 10 and 100 place value equations columns
2024216Place Value in 7-Digit Numbers6CorePlace Value in 7-Digit Numbers Place Value in 7-Digit values Place Value in 7 Digit Numbers Place Value in 7-Digit values
2024217Multi-Step Calculations with Money5StretchMulti-Step Calculations with Money addition subtraction missing values pounds pence
2024218Converting between Grams and Kilograms6StretchConverting between Grams and Kilograms metric units of measurement metric units of mass weight
2024219Multi-Step Calculations with Addition and Subtraction4StretchMulti-Step Calculations with Addition and Subtraction Problem solving adding and subtractions
2024220Calculating with Time in Context5StretchCalculating with Time in Context multi-step problem solving minutes hours
2024221Parallel and Perpendicular Lines3StretchParallel and Perpendicular Lines geometry shapes sides right angle right-angle 90 degrees
2024222Calculating the Mean of Decimals6Greater DepthCalculating the Mean of Decimals averages dividing division adding decimals addition of decimals
2024223Long Division with Remainders6Greater DepthLong Division with Remainders dividing 2 digit divisors multi-step problem solving
2024224Identifying Factors and Multiples6CoreIdentifying Factors and Multiples square numbers cube numbers common multiples
2024225Unknowns and Algebra6Greater DepthUnknowns and Algebra missing numbers substitution missing values
202624Multi-Step Calculations with Addition and Subtraction5CoreMulti-Step Calculations with Addition and Subtraction adding subtracting take away
202623Naming 3D Shapes3CoreNaming 3D Shapes solids cylinder triangular prism square based pyramid cube cuboid
202625Calculating with Money4CoreCalculating with Money adding money subtracting money addition subtraction pounds pence
202622Reading and Drawing Bar Graphs4CoreReading and Drawing Bar Graphs bar charts interpreting bar graphs data statistics
202628Area of Rectangles and Parallelograms6CoreTryArea of Rectangles Area of Parallelograms Area of Rectangles and Parallelograms quadrilaterals dimensions space
202629Calculating Multiples5CoreCalculating Multiples times tables number sequences
202627Reflecting 2D Shapes5CoreReflecting 2D Shapes through a mirror line reflection of shapes
2026219Converting Kilograms and Grams6CoreConverting Kilograms and Grams converting grams and kilograms kg to g g to kg metric units of mass weight
202626Addition and Multiplication in Context4CoreTryAddition and Multiplication in Context multi-step calculations multiple step calculations
202621Ordering 4-Digit Values4CoreOrdering 4-Digit Values comparing numbers comparing values ordering values
202422Calculating with Money3CoreCalculating with Money pounds pence addition subtraction adding subtracting
202421Reflecting 2D Shapes4CoreTryReflecting 2D Shapes reflection mirror line
What are KS2 SATs Reasoning Missions?

Preparing pupils for KS2 SATs reasoning papers can be challenging, especially when gaps appear in specific question types. Our KS2 SATs Reasoning Missions are designed to provide targeted support for individual questions, helping you address misconceptions quickly and effectively.

Each Reasoning Mission focuses on a single reasoning question style, offering opportunities for practising related reasoning questions and supporting calcualtion strategies that pupils can apply independently. This makes it ideal for intervention groups, pre-teaching or rapid revision in the lead-up to SATs.

Whether you’re revisiting tricky concepts, building confidence or stretching higher-attaining pupils, these resources give you a structured way to ensure every child can access and succeed in reasoning papers.

What Level of Challenge Should I Focus On?
CORE

SATs Reasoning questions for pupils working towards or just at the expected standard.

STRETCH

For pupils working securely at the expected standard and looking to challenge themselves.

GREATER DEPTH

For pupils requiring the highest level of challenge and who are working at the Greater Depth standard.

Targeted Support for Every Question Type

From multi-step problems to reasoning with fractions, measures and data, each mission provides focused practice on the types of questions pupils are most likely to encounter.

Step-by-Step Methods and Clear Explanations

All missions include the opportunity to practice reasoning style questions and offer additional calculations in support of understanding and application. This builds deeper mathematical understanding and supports independent problem-solving.

Addressing Common Misconceptions in Reasoning

Pupils often struggle with interpreting questions, selecting the correct method or showing their reasoning clearly. These missions tackle common misconceptions by identifying key calculations and help pupils avoid typical errors.

Perfect for Intervention, Revision and Pre-Teaching

These resources are highly flexible and can be used for:

  • Small group intervention sessions
  • Whole-class revision
  • Pre-teaching difficult concepts
  • Targeted support for specific pupils
Aligned with KS2 SATs and the UK Curriculum

All reasoning missions are fully aligned with the UK national curriculum and reflect the structure and style of real SATs reasoning questions, ensuring pupils are well prepared.

Build Confidence and Improve SATs Performance

By focusing on one question type at a time, pupils gain confidence, improve accuracy and develop the skills needed to tackle unfamiliar reasoning problems independently.

How to Use These Reasoning Missions in Your Classroom

You can easily integrate reasoning missions into your teaching by:

  • Using them as lesson starters or plenaries
  • Assigning them as targeted homework
  • Incorporing them into revision sessions
  • Supporting pupils during intervention groups
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