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In the number 2,011 the digit '2' represents two thousands.
Place Value (Year 4)
In Year 4 place value, pupils work with larger numbers. Understanding thousands, hundreds, tens, and ones strengthens skills for comparing, ordering, and solving everyday number problems.
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Fascinating Fact:
Football leagues use place value in attendance numbers, for example 62,000 people at a match.
In KS2 Maths, Year 4 pupils extend their knowledge of place value to numbers up to 10,000. This helps them read, write, and solve more advanced number challenges.
Key Terms
Thousands: The place showing how many groups of one thousand are in a number.
Expanded form: Writing a number by showing the value of each digit, e.g. 3,482 = 3,000 + 400 + 80 + 2.
Value: The worth of a digit depending on where it sits in the number.
Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)
What is place value in Year 4 Maths?
In Year 4 Maths, place value means understanding the value of each digit in numbers up to 10,000, such as 7 in 7,654 meaning seven thousands.
How do you teach place value to Year 4 pupils?
You can teach place value by using number charts, base ten blocks, and expanded form to show how numbers break into thousands, hundreds, tens, and ones.
Why is place value useful in real life?
Place value is useful for reading big numbers like population, money, and sports scores. It ensures accuracy when comparing, estimating, or recording figures.