The Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) is a key stage 2 assessment to be taken by pupils at the end of year 4 (in June). The purpose of the MTC is to make sure the times tables knowledge is at the expected level.
The MTC is an online test where the pupils are asked 25 questions on times tables 2 to 12. For every question you have 6 seconds to answer and in between the questions there is a 3-second rest. Questions about the 6, 7, 8, 9, and 12 times table come up more often. The questions are generated randomly based on the rules of the MTC.
A good way to prepare is start early and build a daily routine practising the times tables. With regular practise you will learn all the questions and gain confidence. We suggest practising 10 to 15 minutes a day for optimal results.
A good start is to make first the five step plans for all the times tables to make sure you made all the questions and have good basic knowledge of the times tables.
Please encourage your child to go on the following link to practise their tables. It is very important that they know all of the tables from 2-12. We have a weekly test but practise each day is equally important. We have access to TT Rockstars until March so please make use of this.