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Education Scotland's Numeracy & Mathematics Team. Supporting collaborative improvement in partnership with Scotland’s practitioners, schools and local authorities.
There are still spaces available for our online 'Supporting learners facing difficulties with Numeracy & Mathematics' series:
· Session 1 18th November 2025, 16:00 – 17:30
· Session 2 24th March 2026 16:00 – 17:30
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/profession...
· Session 1 18th November 2025, 16:00 – 17:30
· Session 2 24th March 2026 16:00 – 17:30
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/profession...
Professional Learning Series
Supporting learners facing difficulties with Numeracy & Mathematics.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
October 13, 2025 at 2:05 PM
There are still spaces available for our online 'Supporting learners facing difficulties with Numeracy & Mathematics' series:
· Session 1 18th November 2025, 16:00 – 17:30
· Session 2 24th March 2026 16:00 – 17:30
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/profession...
· Session 1 18th November 2025, 16:00 – 17:30
· Session 2 24th March 2026 16:00 – 17:30
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/profession...
It's #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek, did you know that Dyslexia is not always about literacy challenges? Find out about some of the associated numeracy and maths challenges that can be faced and how you can support learners: education.gov.scot/media/xhwpm2...
education.gov.scot
September 30, 2025 at 12:59 PM
It's #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek, did you know that Dyslexia is not always about literacy challenges? Find out about some of the associated numeracy and maths challenges that can be faced and how you can support learners: education.gov.scot/media/xhwpm2...
Find a fantastic selection of career focused videos created for #MathsWeekScot by our friends at DYW Live. Find out all about the Maths used at the zoo, out in nature and in films and special effects.
e-sgoil.com/dyw-live/eve...
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September 30, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Find a fantastic selection of career focused videos created for #MathsWeekScot by our friends at DYW Live. Find out all about the Maths used at the zoo, out in nature and in films and special effects.
e-sgoil.com/dyw-live/eve...
e-sgoil.com/dyw-live/eve...
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And that's a wrap! Almost... our #MathsWeekScot gala week may be over for another year, but we still have events continuing this week and in to October. Check out our events page for details mathsweek.scot/events
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat
spongebob has a rainbow on his head and the word maths is on the bottom of his face .
Alt: An animated picture of spongebob squarepants moving his hands above his head to create a rainbow, with the word maths below his face.
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September 29, 2025 at 9:03 AM
And that's a wrap! Almost... our #MathsWeekScot gala week may be over for another year, but we still have events continuing this week and in to October. Check out our events page for details mathsweek.scot/events
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat
It's the final day of #MathsWeekScot and what an exciting week it has been! What has been your favourite part?
Our final puzzle combines some of John and Peter's hobbies... Look at the images below. Which sport doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
Our final puzzle combines some of John and Peter's hobbies... Look at the images below. Which sport doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
September 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
It's the final day of #MathsWeekScot and what an exciting week it has been! What has been your favourite part?
Our final puzzle combines some of John and Peter's hobbies... Look at the images below. Which sport doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
Our final puzzle combines some of John and Peter's hobbies... Look at the images below. Which sport doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
Our #MathsWeekScot puzzle for Saturday features some of Yvonne's baking...
How many cupcakes are there? How did you count? Can you think of another way to count them? Which one would you eat first?!😋
How many cupcakes are there? How did you count? Can you think of another way to count them? Which one would you eat first?!😋
September 27, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Our #MathsWeekScot puzzle for Saturday features some of Yvonne's baking...
How many cupcakes are there? How did you count? Can you think of another way to count them? Which one would you eat first?!😋
How many cupcakes are there? How did you count? Can you think of another way to count them? Which one would you eat first?!😋
It might be the weekend but there is still lots of #MathsWeekScot fun to be had! Check out what is on in your local area here:
Events and Activities - Maths Week Scotland
Discover our programme of events for children, families, adults and schools, ranging from drop in activities and digital games to talks and Maths Day extravaganzas!
mathsweek.scot
September 27, 2025 at 8:56 AM
It might be the weekend but there is still lots of #MathsWeekScot fun to be had! Check out what is on in your local area here:
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P7 had fun measuring the length, width and circumference of different objects in the playground. @mathsweek.scot #MathsWeekScot
September 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
P7 had fun measuring the length, width and circumference of different objects in the playground. @mathsweek.scot #MathsWeekScot
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First day of our Maths in Museums, Wild Maths completed with Lundavra Primary School in partnership with National Museums Scotland
We are already looking forward to tomorrow!!
#MathsWeekScot #mathsinmuseums
We are already looking forward to tomorrow!!
#MathsWeekScot #mathsinmuseums
September 25, 2025 at 5:19 PM
First day of our Maths in Museums, Wild Maths completed with Lundavra Primary School in partnership with National Museums Scotland
We are already looking forward to tomorrow!!
#MathsWeekScot #mathsinmuseums
We are already looking forward to tomorrow!!
#MathsWeekScot #mathsinmuseums
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Every morning during #MathsWeekScot a new puzzle set by The Scottish Mathematical Council will be shared on BBC Bitesize. You'll get a hint to solve it & the answers will be posted after 12:00 each day. Day 5 puzzle is now live!
mathsweek.scot/schools/math...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #EduSky 🎓
mathsweek.scot/schools/math...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #EduSky 🎓
September 26, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Every morning during #MathsWeekScot a new puzzle set by The Scottish Mathematical Council will be shared on BBC Bitesize. You'll get a hint to solve it & the answers will be posted after 12:00 each day. Day 5 puzzle is now live!
mathsweek.scot/schools/math...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #EduSky 🎓
mathsweek.scot/schools/math...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #EduSky 🎓
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Welcome to Friday of #MathsWeekScot - and here is today's daily mini challenge from us! #StatsInTheWild
Do let us know if you tried it with students, and if so how it went.
Do let us know if you tried it with students, and if so how it went.
September 26, 2025 at 5:45 AM
Welcome to Friday of #MathsWeekScot - and here is today's daily mini challenge from us! #StatsInTheWild
Do let us know if you tried it with students, and if so how it went.
Do let us know if you tried it with students, and if so how it went.
Day 5 already! #mathsweekscot has flown in! Today's puzzle is all about animals found in Malawi as Maria from our team heads off on a special trip.
Look at the 4 pictures, which animal doesn't belong and why? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
Look at the 4 pictures, which animal doesn't belong and why? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
September 26, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Day 5 already! #mathsweekscot has flown in! Today's puzzle is all about animals found in Malawi as Maria from our team heads off on a special trip.
Look at the 4 pictures, which animal doesn't belong and why? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
Look at the 4 pictures, which animal doesn't belong and why? What is your reasoning? Can you think of another?
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It's another day of #MathsWeekScot and here is another mini challenge for you, based on exploring ideas of statistics and biology.
By now you may be guessing that one of us is pretty obsessed with #grasshoppers... 🦗 #StatsInTheWild
By now you may be guessing that one of us is pretty obsessed with #grasshoppers... 🦗 #StatsInTheWild
September 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM
It's another day of #MathsWeekScot and here is another mini challenge for you, based on exploring ideas of statistics and biology.
By now you may be guessing that one of us is pretty obsessed with #grasshoppers... 🦗 #StatsInTheWild
By now you may be guessing that one of us is pretty obsessed with #grasshoppers... 🦗 #StatsInTheWild
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For families today (25 Sep) we have #MathsWeekScot events & trails in Anstruther, Coatbridge, Dingwall, Dundee, East Kilbride, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fort William, Hawick, Lerwick, Livingston, Motherwell, Rosemarkie, St Andrews, Stanley Mills & Whitburn!
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
September 25, 2025 at 8:50 AM
For families today (25 Sep) we have #MathsWeekScot events & trails in Anstruther, Coatbridge, Dingwall, Dundee, East Kilbride, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fort William, Hawick, Lerwick, Livingston, Motherwell, Rosemarkie, St Andrews, Stanley Mills & Whitburn!
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
#MathsWeekScot is well underway and we are loving seeing all of your posts and pictures. Puzzle 4 is based on Iona and her love of a cuppa!
Have a look at the mugs below... which one doesn't belong? What are you reasons for this? Can you find another one that doesn't?
Have a look at the mugs below... which one doesn't belong? What are you reasons for this? Can you find another one that doesn't?
September 25, 2025 at 9:34 AM
#MathsWeekScot is well underway and we are loving seeing all of your posts and pictures. Puzzle 4 is based on Iona and her love of a cuppa!
Have a look at the mugs below... which one doesn't belong? What are you reasons for this? Can you find another one that doesn't?
Have a look at the mugs below... which one doesn't belong? What are you reasons for this? Can you find another one that doesn't?
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And here's Day 3 of the #StatsInTheWild challenges! Have a go, then head over to our website for more info on the new Stats in the Wild resources >> mathsweek.scot/schools/lear...
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky #MathsWeekScot
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky #MathsWeekScot
It is Wednesday of #MathsWeekScot @mathsweekscot and here is today's #StatsInTheWild challenge for you!
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@royalstatsoc.bsky.social
@robertcuffe.bsky.social
@rssdiversity.bsky.social
@rssedinburgh.bsky.social
@rss-teach.bsky.social might enjoy this!
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@royalstatsoc.bsky.social
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@rssdiversity.bsky.social
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@rss-teach.bsky.social might enjoy this!
September 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
And here's Day 3 of the #StatsInTheWild challenges! Have a go, then head over to our website for more info on the new Stats in the Wild resources >> mathsweek.scot/schools/lear...
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky #MathsWeekScot
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky #MathsWeekScot
Register with our friends at DYW Live to see a fantastic film from Industrial Light and Magic. It is all about how maths is used in the creative sector to produce high quality VFX and CGI in block buster films.
e-sgoil.com/dyw-live/eve...
#NeLO #MathsWeekScot
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#NeLO #MathsWeekScot
September 24, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Register with our friends at DYW Live to see a fantastic film from Industrial Light and Magic. It is all about how maths is used in the creative sector to produce high quality VFX and CGI in block buster films.
e-sgoil.com/dyw-live/eve...
#NeLO #MathsWeekScot
e-sgoil.com/dyw-live/eve...
#NeLO #MathsWeekScot
It's day 3 of #MathsWeekScot and for today's puzzle we have had some help from Nanette's dog, Dougal 🐾
How many of Dougal's toys are there? How did you count them? Could you count them in another way?
How many of Dougal's toys are there? How did you count them? Could you count them in another way?
September 24, 2025 at 8:42 AM
It's day 3 of #MathsWeekScot and for today's puzzle we have had some help from Nanette's dog, Dougal 🐾
How many of Dougal's toys are there? How did you count them? Could you count them in another way?
How many of Dougal's toys are there? How did you count them? Could you count them in another way?
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For families today (24 Sep) we have #MathsWeekScot events in Anstruther, Coatbridge, Dingwall, Dundee, East Kilbride, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fort William, Hawick, Kirkwall, Livingston, Motherwell, Rosemarkie, St Andrews,Stanley Mills & Whitburn
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
September 24, 2025 at 8:06 AM
For families today (24 Sep) we have #MathsWeekScot events in Anstruther, Coatbridge, Dingwall, Dundee, East Kilbride, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fort William, Hawick, Kirkwall, Livingston, Motherwell, Rosemarkie, St Andrews,Stanley Mills & Whitburn
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
Details at bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
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Welcome to Maths Week Scotland!
Every day this week we will be posting mini-challenges related to statistics and biology that you can try - if you like them, you can find our #StatsinTheWild materials here: rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
Here is Tuesday's #StatsInTheWild Challenge!
#MathsWeekScot
Every day this week we will be posting mini-challenges related to statistics and biology that you can try - if you like them, you can find our #StatsinTheWild materials here: rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
Here is Tuesday's #StatsInTheWild Challenge!
#MathsWeekScot
September 23, 2025 at 5:45 AM
Welcome to Maths Week Scotland!
Every day this week we will be posting mini-challenges related to statistics and biology that you can try - if you like them, you can find our #StatsinTheWild materials here: rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
Here is Tuesday's #StatsInTheWild Challenge!
#MathsWeekScot
Every day this week we will be posting mini-challenges related to statistics and biology that you can try - if you like them, you can find our #StatsinTheWild materials here: rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
Here is Tuesday's #StatsInTheWild Challenge!
#MathsWeekScot
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Attention please! This years Maths Wi Nae Borders competition is now open for entries >> mathsweek.scot/schools/math...
Aimed at Secondary Schools but younger entrants are welcome. Submit your entries by 10 October 2025.
#MathsWeekScot #MathsWeekScotland #MathsToday #UKMathsChat
Aimed at Secondary Schools but younger entrants are welcome. Submit your entries by 10 October 2025.
#MathsWeekScot #MathsWeekScotland #MathsToday #UKMathsChat
September 16, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Attention please! This years Maths Wi Nae Borders competition is now open for entries >> mathsweek.scot/schools/math...
Aimed at Secondary Schools but younger entrants are welcome. Submit your entries by 10 October 2025.
#MathsWeekScot #MathsWeekScotland #MathsToday #UKMathsChat
Aimed at Secondary Schools but younger entrants are welcome. Submit your entries by 10 October 2025.
#MathsWeekScot #MathsWeekScotland #MathsToday #UKMathsChat
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Are you a #maths teacher? We are delighted to share a brand new set of materials for teaching #statistics for students aged 11-16, and we'd love your feedback on them! #ITeachMath #MathsWeekScot rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
September 19, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Are you a #maths teacher? We are delighted to share a brand new set of materials for teaching #statistics for students aged 11-16, and we'd love your feedback on them! #ITeachMath #MathsWeekScot rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
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Another daily challenge for #MathsWeekScot! Have a go, then head over to our website for more info on the new #StatsInTheWild resources >> mathsweek.scot/schools/lear...
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky
Welcome to Maths Week Scotland!
Every day this week we will be posting mini-challenges related to statistics and biology that you can try - if you like them, you can find our #StatsinTheWild materials here: rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
Here is Tuesday's #StatsInTheWild Challenge!
#MathsWeekScot
Every day this week we will be posting mini-challenges related to statistics and biology that you can try - if you like them, you can find our #StatsinTheWild materials here: rss.org.uk/resources/ed...
Here is Tuesday's #StatsInTheWild Challenge!
#MathsWeekScot
September 23, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Another daily challenge for #MathsWeekScot! Have a go, then head over to our website for more info on the new #StatsInTheWild resources >> mathsweek.scot/schools/lear...
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky
#UKMathsChat #MathsToday #EduSky
It's day 2 of #MathsWeekScot and today's maths puzzle is inspired by Jaclyn and her love of holidays!
Look at the image below... can you decide which one doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you find another that doesn't belong?
Bonus points if you can name all 4 countries!
Look at the image below... can you decide which one doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you find another that doesn't belong?
Bonus points if you can name all 4 countries!
September 23, 2025 at 9:14 AM
It's day 2 of #MathsWeekScot and today's maths puzzle is inspired by Jaclyn and her love of holidays!
Look at the image below... can you decide which one doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you find another that doesn't belong?
Bonus points if you can name all 4 countries!
Look at the image below... can you decide which one doesn't belong? What is your reasoning? Can you find another that doesn't belong?
Bonus points if you can name all 4 countries!
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For families today (23 Sep) we have #MathsWeekScot events & trails in Anstruther, Coatbridge, Dundee, East Kilbride, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fallin, Hawick, Fort William, Livingston, Motherwell, Rosemarkie, and St Andrews.
Details at mathsweek.scot/news/maths-w...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #tmwyk
Details at mathsweek.scot/news/maths-w...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #tmwyk
September 23, 2025 at 7:42 AM
For families today (23 Sep) we have #MathsWeekScot events & trails in Anstruther, Coatbridge, Dundee, East Kilbride, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fallin, Hawick, Fort William, Livingston, Motherwell, Rosemarkie, and St Andrews.
Details at mathsweek.scot/news/maths-w...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #tmwyk
Details at mathsweek.scot/news/maths-w...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChat #tmwyk