In celebration of Maths: National Numeracy Day

In celebration of Maths: National Numeracy Day

Which are you more scared of – snakes or maths? According to research by the University of Cambridge, “Many children and adults experience feelings of anxiety, apprehension, tension or discomfort when confronted by a maths problem.” While it’s easy for children...
Had it up to here with assessment stress?

Had it up to here with assessment stress?

Whether you are up to your eyes in SATS, running interventions in the run up to GCSEs or preparing your students for their year-end exams, it won’t have escaped your notice that high stakes assessments are back in schools, even if COVID-related absences continue. ...