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You might like to take part in Maths Week England, which we support, and which runs in November, and the International Day of Mathematics, held each year on 14 March. We run competitions to coincide with these events – look out for details of future competitions on this page.
Maths Week England
A week-long celebration of maths that aims to raise the profile of maths in England and increase participation and enjoyment. Resources and activities created to support teachers and inspire students.
Visit the Maths Week England website
International Day of Mathematics
A worldwide celebration of the essential role that maths and maths education play in breakthroughs in science and technology, improving the quality of life, and empowering women and girls.
Visit the International Day of Mathematics websiteExplore Core Maths in everyday life
From fact-checking to exponential growth – maths is everywhere, every day. Take a look at some of these great resources to discover the use of Core Maths, and get inspired!
- Full Fact – the UK’s independent fact checking website
- What’s going on in this graph – graphs from the New York Times and student discussions about what they show
- Video clips:
- TED Talks:
- Podcasts: