Year 1 Subtraction Worksheets

Our printable Year 1 subtraction worksheets provide structured practice that helps children gain fluency and accuracy with basic calculations. They encourage children to recognise subtraction as both “taking away” and “finding the difference,” giving them a deeper conceptual understanding. Regular practice with these resources builds confidence, prepares children for future topics like two-digit subtraction, and allows teachers to identify any areas needing extra support.

Key benefits include:

• Builds fluency with subtraction facts to 20

• Develops early mental maths strategies

• Supports learning through number lines and visual models

• Reinforces subtraction in word problems

• Strengthens confidence in classroom and homework tasks

• Prepares children for more advanced subtraction methods in Year 2