National Numeracy Day Archives

Sensory Maths

“I just want to say thank you very for much for today maths workshops. All the pupils loved it and got so much out of it!” Sensory Maths/ Maths Monster Workshops, Palmerston SEN School

With a clear focus on concepts of measurement and featuring a concrete maths challenge, acclaimed Egyptologist “Dr Colorado Smith” needs your pupils help to solve a 3,000 year old puzzle! https://youtu.be/2fJNmQUB6Xw “We’ve had lots of positive feedback from staff and pupils, who thoroughly enjoyed the launch assembly, workshops and code-breaking powerpoint activities to do in … Read More

The Race into Space

The search is on for the UK’s next astronaut – and Major Tom wants your pupils’ help in selecting the best person for the job! https://youtu.be/nm4-amsGpKk

Times Tables Trattoria

https://youtu.be/F9_2M5j7zt4?si=b3An-weR7I7Dt-Ju

CSI: Maths

A series of challenging mysteries to engage your students and get them thinking logically

The Benefactor

Whole-School Maths: The Benefactor – Money-based maths fun for up to 420 pupils in a single day! “Blacklow have had a fantastic maths day today. They have been working on their financial skills and budgeting for community projects with Benny Factor. Thanks to As Creatives for a great day!” Blacklow Brow Primary School

Murderous Maths

Interactive problem solving for up to 180 pupils (with follow-up workshops for up to four classes, depending on the structure of your school day)

Outdoor Maths

Outdoor spaces provide wonderful opportunities to explore how numbers and shapes create both the built and natural worlds. “All the pupils from Nursery to Year 6 enjoyed exploring how much fun Maths can be outdoors. All pupils were engaged and enthusiastic about Maths. Jo delivered an after school family outdoor activity, which was a great … Read More

Number Patterns: The Bunker

A fast-paced workshop contextualising sequencing and making connections between maths and other subjects! “Students enjoyed working with Jo from As Creatives on National Numeracy Day. Jo worked with groups of mathematicians in KS3 and KS4 on both the Trading Game and The Bunker. These games use maths skills to problem solve, code braking and … Read More

Family Maths

Mathematical fun for all the family! Taking a experiential approach, our immersive Family Maths workshops uncover the meaning and importance of the three keystones of the Curriculum: fluency, reasoning and problem solving. “Students all enjoyed participating in the workshops, they found it fun and challenging. (They gained) Collaboration, problem solving, interpretation and an insight … Read More