Stop Wasting Time on Times Tables - What Kids ACTUALLY Need for the MTC #primaryteaching

Preparing for the Multiplication Tables Check doesn’t have to mean memorising everything. Thanks to simple maths principles like commutativity, children already know more than it seems. Many times tables overlap, and others are commonly learned early - meaning the list of “new” facts to practise is much smaller. By narrowing the focus to the trickier tables - and skipping what’s already familiar - practice becomes faster, more effective, and far less overwhelming. With only 25 questions and 6 seconds per answer, the MTC is all about quick recall. Targeted practice helps build that speed without unnecessary repetition. This approach saves time, reduces stress, and builds confidence where it actually matters. #TimesTables #MTC #PrimaryMaths