Mathematics

Discovering Maths in Everyday Moments

Supporting your child’s mathematical thinking at home doesn’t require special resources or complicated activities. Everyday tasks and play offer perfect opportunities to explore maths concepts together in meaningful and enjoyable ways.

Maths Game: Estimation Station

Estimation helps children develop number sense and reasoning—skills essential in all areas of maths.

How to Play:

1. Choose a container and fill it with small objects (buttons, marbles, pasta, LEGO pieces).
2. Ask your child to estimate how many items are inside.
3. Count the objects together to check their guess.
4. Repeat with different objects or container sizes.
5. For older children, challenge them to estimate weight, length, or time for a task (e.g., "How long will it take to tidy your toys?").

This activity promotes logical thinking, comparison, and measurement.

Maths at Home Tip: Involve Maths in Chores

Chores provide great maths practice! Ask your child to sort laundry by size, colour, or type; count the number of socks; or estimate how many clothes will fit on the drying rack. When setting the table, talk about shapes and symmetry. These simple tasks reinforce classification, counting, and spatial awareness.

Turning daily routines into maths-rich experiences builds skills and shows children how maths is part of everything they do!

Matthew Crowe

Mathematics Leader