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Number Sequences (Year 5)
54 is the next number of the sequence 18, 27, 36, 45.

Number Sequences (Year 5)

Year 5 number sequences involve spotting and continuing more complex patterns. Pupils build confidence predicting missing terms and understanding rules used to generate sequences.

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Fascinating Fact:

Even numbers (2, 4, 6, 8) and odd numbers (1, 3, 5, 7) are some of the simplest but most useful sequences.

In KS2 Maths, Year 5 pupils extend their skills with number sequences. They learn to work with larger step sizes, explore sequences that grow quickly, and solve missing term problems.

Key Terms

  • Odd Number: A number not divisible by 2, such as 1, 3, or 5.
  • Even Number: A number divisible by 2, such as 2, 4, or 6.
  • Sequence Rule: The instruction or pattern that tells you how to move from one term to the next.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What are number sequences in Year 5 maths?

Number sequences are lists of numbers that follow a rule. In Year 5, pupils study sequences that increase or decrease in steps, or use multiplication.

How do I find a missing number in a sequence?

To find a missing number, look for the rule between terms. For example, if the sequence is 10, 20, 30, the rule is “add 10.”

Why do we learn about number sequences?

Learning about sequences helps pupils recognise patterns, predict numbers, and build problem-solving skills needed for higher level maths and algebra.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .
The sum of three even numbers will be what?
Even
Odd
It will end in 0
It will end in 5
The sum of 2 even numbers will be even. If you add 2 of the 3 numbers and then add another even it is the same as adding 2 even numbers
2 .
What will be the tenth number of this sequence? 22, 33, 44, 55, 66
108
110
115
121
The numbers are increasing by 11
3 .
The difference between two odd numbers is what?
Sometimes odd and sometimes even
Always odd
Always even
It always ends in 0
An odd + an even = an odd so an odd - an odd = an even
4 .
Can you find the rule of this sequence? 14, 21, 28, 35
The numbers increase in 6s
The numbers increase in 7s
The numbers increase in 5s
The numbers increase in 9s
All of the numbers in this sequence are found in the 7 times table
5 .
The difference between an odd number and an even number is what?
Sometimes odd and sometimes even
Always odd
Always even
It always ends in 0
An odd + an odd = an even so an even - an odd = an odd
6 .
The sum of three odd numbers will be what?
Even
Odd
It will end in 0
It will end in 5
The sum of two odd numbers is even but add another odd number and the total will be odd
7 .
Can you find the rule of this sequence? 0, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4
The numbers increase in 0.1s
The numbers increase in 0.5s
The numbers increase in 1s
The numbers increase in 0.2s
The sequence would continue: 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8... etc
8 .
What is the next number of the following sequence? 64, 56, 48, 40, 32
35
28
26
24
The numbers are decreasing by 8
9 .
What is the next number of the following sequence? 18, 27, 36, 45
50
52
54
56
The numbers are increasing by 9
10 .
Can you find the rule of this sequence? 6, 12, 18, 24, 30
The numbers increase in 6s
The numbers increase in 3s
The numbers increase in 5s
The numbers increase in 4s
This sequence is the 6 times table
Author:  Amanda Swift (Primary School Teacher & Educational Content Developer)
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