Overview

Maths Picnic is a fun and engaging challenge for Year 9 students which tests problem-solving and teamwork skills. Teams of three students will test their maths skills with our miscellany of problems. It is similar in format to the Y9 Maths Feast: there are multiple rounds requiring different skills and strategeis. 

There are no heats or finals, so participants can take materials back to their schools and use them to enrich learning in the classroom.

Teams must be accompanied by a teacher. Schools entering multiple teams must bring a ratio of one responsible adult per four teams.  There is capacity for schools to bring up to 4 teams of 3.

Calculators and equipment such as rulers and protractors are not permitted - this competition is based on brain power alone!

We are very grateful to Bristol Grammar School for hosting this event at Failand Sports Ground.

Aims

To work collaboratively as part of a team

To develop problem-solving and reasoning skills

Other information

Reminder: for marking, at least one marker per 4 teams is essential. Schools may wish to bring an additional adult or senior student so that they have a marker per 2 teams.

The space will be available from 09:00, please arrive by 09:15 so that your teams are settled ready for a prompt start.

There is space on site for minibus parking.

Eligibility

FAQs

Students must be accompanied by a teacher from their school who will remain responsible for them at all times, and will mark their entries.

Students will need something to write with but will not need calculators.  They should also bring any snacks or food they require, it is recommended that pupils bring water bottles.

If there are any particular access needs please do contact Christine.

There is ample parking for minibuses on site near the building

If you enjoy this event try the Spread for Y7/8 and the Feast, designed for Y10 students.

Interested in running an event like this for your local schools? Get in touch!

Key facts

• Reference:#13819
• Audience:Students
• Target year:Year 9
• Curriculum focus:11-16 Maths
• Mathematical focus:Problem solving
• Event format:Face-to-face
• Duration:2 hours
• Region:South West
• Fee:This event is free.