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Overview

Our annual Yr 9 Maths Picnic Event kindly hosted by HSFC for teams of 4 students (usually a maximum of 3 teams per school attending).

The event consists of a number of team rounds with each round designed to present maths from an unusual and interesting perspective. 

Aims

To encourage visualisation, reasoning and logic, in the development and application of mathematical problem solving.

Who will benefit from attending?

The event is aimed at those students who would benefit from studying level 3 mathematics after GCSE, though you may want to consider other students within your school or college. It will inform students about their options for studying mathematics after GCSE. No knowledge of mathematics beyond that expected at Key Stage 3 will be assumed, challenge is provided via the context.

Other information

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

Students should bring their own packed lunch.

Eligibility

All Hartlepool state schools are encouraged to attend

Key facts

  • Reference:#13354
  • Audience:Students
  • Target year:Year 9
  • Curriculum focus:11-16 Maths
  • Event format:Face-to-face
  • Duration:3 hours
  • Region:North East
  • Fee:This event is free.
  • TSMA subsidy:Up to £100 travel bursary is available to attend an AMSP enrichment event for groups of students aged 11-16 at a university or other multi-school event.

Queries?

If you have any queries about this event, please do not hesitate to contact:

Jeremy Dawson
[email protected]
07500074016