Primary 4 is a pivotal year in your child’s Maths education. The syllabus expands significantly, introducing decimals, more advanced geometry, and multi-step problems that require a stronger level of reasoning and application.
This guide gives you a clear overview of the P4 Maths syllabus, so you know what to expect and how best to support your child through the year.
What Is the P4 Maths Syllabus?
At this stage, rebuilding clarity and confidence is often just as important as learning new content. Many children begin to doubt themselves when decimals and more complex problem sums are introduced. Lessons focus on breaking concepts down clearly so students regain control and approach questions calmly.
At this level, children work with numbers up to 100,000, encounter decimals for the first time, and explore geometry topics such as angles, symmetry, and nets of 3D shapes.
P4 Maths Syllabus Topics (2026)
Here is an overview of the key topics covered in the P4 Maths syllabus. For the full and detailed syllabus, you can refer to the official MOE document.
Topic | What Your Child Will Learn |
Numbers up to 100,000 | Place value up to ten thousands; reading, writing, comparing, and ordering numbers; number patterns; rounding to the nearest 10, 100, or 1000 |
Factors and Multiples | Understanding factors and multiples; finding common factors and common multiples of two numbers |
Four Operations | Multiplication up to 4 digits by 1 digit and 3 digits by 2 digits; division up to 4 digits by 1 digit |
Fractions | Mixed numbers and improper fractions; fractions as part of a set; adding and subtracting fractions with up to two different denominators |
Decimals | Decimals up to 3 decimal places; place value; comparing and ordering decimals; converting between fractions and decimals; rounding; adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals |
Area and Perimeter | Finding unknown dimensions of rectangles and squares given area or perimeter; area and perimeter of composite figures made up of rectangles and squares |
Angles | Measuring and drawing angles in degrees; using angle notation |
Rectangle and Square | Properties of rectangles and squares; drawing rectangles and squares |
Line Symmetry | Identifying symmetric figures; determining lines of symmetry; completing symmetric figures on a square grid |
Nets | Identifying and drawing 2D representations of 3D solids; identifying nets of cubes, cuboids, prisms, and pyramids |
Tables, Line Graphs and Pie Charts | Reading and interpreting data from tables, line graphs, and pie charts |
Common Challenges in P4 Maths
P4 is widely regarded as the year where the difficulty level takes a noticeable step up. Several new concepts are introduced simultaneously, and children who have any gaps from earlier years often feel the pressure at this stage.
Decimals. This is a brand new topic at P4 and one of the most commonly struggled with. Understanding place value in decimals, converting between fractions and decimals, and performing operations with decimals all require a solid number sense built from earlier years.
Factors and multiples. While the concept seems straightforward, finding common factors and multiples and applying them to problem-solving can be tricky for many children.
Fractions with different denominators. Adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators is a step up from P3, and children who are not yet comfortable with equivalent fractions will find this particularly challenging.
Angles. Measuring and drawing angles accurately using a protractor is a new skill that takes practice. Children also need to understand angle notation, which is unfamiliar at first.
Composite figures. Finding the area and perimeter of shapes made up of multiple rectangles and squares requires children to visualise and break down figures systematically, a skill that develops with practice.
If your child is finding any of these areas difficult, it is worth addressing them now. P4 concepts form the direct foundation for P5 and P6, where the same topics reappear in significantly more complex forms.
How Daniel’s Maths Tuition Supports P4 Students
P4 is the year when many children begin to find Maths genuinely challenging, and it is also the year when the right support can make the biggest difference. At Daniel’s Maths Tuition, our Primary 4 Maths tuition is designed to help children work through new concepts with clarity and build the strong foundation needed for the upper primary years.
Small Group Classes: Our small class sizes mean every child gets the individual attention they need. Whether your child is struggling with decimals or needs more practice with composite figures, no question goes unanswered.
Taught by an Ex-MOE Teacher: Daniel is MOE-trained with over 10 years of teaching experience. He understands how Primary 4 forms the bridge to the more demanding upper primary years and where students typically begin to struggle.
Flexible Learning Options: We offer both in-person and online tuition to suit your family’s schedule. One-to-one private tuition is also available for children who benefit from more focused, personalised support.
Affordable Fees: We keep our fees reasonable so that quality tuition remains accessible to more families.
Trusted by Parents: We are proud to hold a 5.0 Google Rating, reflecting the consistent progress our students make and the confidence parents have in us.
Parents who would like to explore whether the programme is suitable may arrange a trial lesson with no commitment required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is P4 Maths significantly harder than P3?
Yes, P4 introduces several new topics at once, including decimals, factors and multiples, and more advanced geometry. Children who have a strong P3 foundation will manage the transition better, but many still benefit from additional support during this year.
When should I consider tuition for my P4 child?
If your child is finding decimals confusing, struggling with fractions, or losing confidence in problem-solving, it is worth seeking support sooner rather than later. P4 concepts feed directly into P5 and P6, and gaps at this stage can be difficult to close later on.
Does Daniel's Maths Tuition follow the MOE syllabus?
Yes. All our lessons are fully aligned with the latest MOE curriculum, so your child’s tuition will complement what they are learning in school.
