Mathematics

Mathematics

Mathematics, or numeracy, is a subject which children often either grasp quickly or else find rather difficult to get their head around.

One key step in teaching numeracy is to help the students develop an understanding about why they need to learn about Mathematics - using real-world examples - and how being able to work with numbers can help them so much in their every day lives. At an older age focus can be placed on the necessity for good Maths qualifications, and even how they can help you access some really 'cool' professions like architecture, computer engineering or space science. Once you have a class of enthusiastic pupils who actually understand how Mathematics relates to the world in which they live and want to learn how to do sums, handing out those worksheets full of fractions and decimal places will seem less of a struggle.

As with many other subjects, it is easier to inspire kids by taking them on a trip and allowing them to see numbers in action in the real world. This will hugely benefit their understanding of the subject and why it is so important that they learn what you are trying to teach them. So, if you are looking for a school trip with a numeracy or statistical focus to engage your pupils, we've got plenty of inspiration for you below.

Main organisations:

National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics

Mathematical Association

National Mathematics Partnership

Joint Mathematical Council

Advisory Committee on Mathematics Education

National STEM Centre

Primary Engineer

Inclusion: NASEN

 

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Find out about how Countdown's Rachel Riley's hopes to communicate her love of Maths to young people HERE.

 

For a complete list of venues and providers who deliver specialist courses and activities for this subject see below:

The Look Out Discovery Centre

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Museums
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The Look Out Discovery Centre has over 90 exhibits suitable for children of all ages. Toddlers and younger children love the indoor stream, mini supermarket and soft play area. Older children through to adults will be fascinated by the hands-on science exhibits and puzzles.

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Abbotts Hall Farm

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Farms
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Visit our working arable farm to learn about food production and sustainable farming methods to help our farmland wildlife. Find different habitats and understand the effects of breaching the sea wall and the salt marsh created.

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FARMING AND WILDLIFE...

Learn how Essex Wildlife Trust farms a range of arable crops for the benefit of people and wildlife. Understand the pioneering coastal realignment project, where the seawall has been breached to create a valuable saltmarsh habitat.

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Hanningfield Reservoir

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Environment Centres
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We deliver tailor-made sessions for EYFS to KS4, on various topics including minibeasts, habitats, sustainability and woodland management, through investigations of our ancient woodland, reservoir, pond and grassland.

EYFS: 

Exploring Senses, Pond Power, Go on a Bug Hunt, Teddy Bears Picnic, Natural Art

Key Stage 1:

Four Seasons in One Day, Where the Wild Things Are, Living Things and their Habitats, Plant Power

Lower Key Stage 2:

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Magor Marsh

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Environment Centres
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Our Education Centre at Magor Marsh is able to cater for groups of up to 32 children and for a variety of age ranges from pre-school and beyond, including teacher training days at all times of year! All our activities have been designed specifically for schools by qualified teachers and a teacher and forest school leader is available at the centre to discuss your individual requirements.

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Abberton Reservoir

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Environment Centres
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Our fantastic new Visitor Centre offers a modern base for your visit. Discover a wide range of Environmental Education programmes and also visit the nearby water treatment works to learn about the water cycle.

EYFS: 

Exploring Senses, Pond Power, Go on a Bug Hunt, Teddy Bears Picnic, Natural Art

Key Stage 1:

Four Seasons in One Day, Where the Wild Things Are, Living Things and their Habitats, Plant Power

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Chafford Gorge Nature Park

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Wildlife and Nature
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Chafford Gorges Nature Park offers a variety of activities for schools and nurseries. Topics covered: Habitats Studies, Ponds, Bugs, Plants, Rock and Soils, Bush craft and Den-building, Birdwatching. We have an on-site classroom, toilets, gift shop and more.

EYFS: 

Exploring Senses, Pond Power, Go on a Bug Hunt, Teddy Bears Picnic, Natural Art

Key Stage 1:

Four Seasons in One Day, Where the Wild Things Are, Living Things and their Habitats, Plant Power

Lower Key Stage 2:

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Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre

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Environment Centres
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Fingringhoe Wick is one of the county’s top wildlife sites. Uncover the secrets of woodlands, meadows, ponds, heathland and the Colne Estuary. Our varied hands-on Environmental Education programme caters to all ages, from bug hunts for the early years to vegetation sampling for secondary pupils. 

EYFS: 

Exploring Senses, Pond Power, Go on a Bug Hunt, Teddy Bears Picnic, Natural Art

Key Stage 1:

Four Seasons in One Day, Where the Wild Things Are, Living Things and their Habitats, Rocks and Soils, Plant Power

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Gloucestershire & Warwickshire Railway

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Transport
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The GWR is a steam and diesel heritage railway in the English Cotswolds. Since 1981, the volunteers have restored over 10 miles of line, together with platforms, buildings, steam and diesel locomotives and rolling stock. In addition to a scheduled service, GWR hosts a number of galas and enthusiast€™ events.

The railway travels from Toddington, across the Cotswolds via Winchcombe to Cheltenham Racecourse. Parking is free at our stations

School Visits

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Exmoor Zoological Park

175 species, over 600 animals
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Zoos / Wildlife Parks
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Enjoy a day out in North Devon experiencing wildlife from around the world by visiting Exmoor Zoo! From the creepy crawlies of the Amazon to the wobbly wallaby joeys of Australia there are plenty of hands on activities with our animals for you to take part in.

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The Deep (Aquarium)

The World's Only Submarium!
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Maritime / Sea Life
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The Deep is one of the most spectacular aquariums in the world and is home to a whopping 3,500 fish including Europe’s only pair of green sawfish, spectacular sharks and rays and NEW FOR 2014 - a colony of Gentoo penguins.

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