Primary Maths Workshop (KS2) for Schools

Provided by VSTEAM Education

Maths workshop for primary schools

This primary school maths workshop workshop was developed by an Aerospace Engineer to make maths fun and engaging for children. We have two different versions of this workshop to offer schools that will cover, lower KS2 & higher KS2. It is ideal for a primary school maths acitivity days and is based on the national curriculum. It will also give children an insight into how maths is applied in everyday life.

We also provide KS1 maths workshops for Year 1 & 2, which you can explore here. Additionally, we provide secondary school maths workshops, which you can explore here.

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Format

Primary: 3 sessions x 1 hr 30 mins or
2 sessions x 2 hrs 30 mins
(30 participants per session)

Age Groups

Y3 - Y6

Maths in a Box

Our workshop will help students apply those foundation maths skills at an early stage in their learning while boosting their attainment in maths. We have spent a considerable effort developing practical activities related to the topics covered in this workshop. Our worksheets are unique, and combined with fun games, will keep children occupied throughout the day.

Additional Info

Available in Two Versions
Lower KS2 - Year 3 and Year 4
Higher KS2 - Year 5 and Year 6
KS2 topics covered: Numbers, fractions, geometry, measurements, statistics, time, problem solving, probability and maths operations (x/+-).

Day Itinerary*

1.5hr Version

Practical - We will begin with the "Crack the Code" exercise. This exercise consists of a short theoretical maths quiz covering numbers and counting.
Practical - Learn about mass and length by measuring KNEX model parts and build a bridge. This activity will also cover some basic engineering concepts.

Half-day Version

Practical - The half-day version of the workshop will include Crack the Code and Bridge Building practical activities defined in the 1.5hr version above as well as the additional activities below.
Practical - Carry out measurement and scaling activities, such as perimeter and distance calculations with real-world maps.
Game - Play a short card game to answer questions based on statistics and time or probability.

* The activities may vary on the day depending on the length of the sessions and the age and ability of the participants.

Cost

Please contact us to obtain a quote or request our price guide.

Checklist

Enhanced DBS Checked Instructors
Public Liability Insurance
Risk Assessments

Requirements

Must remain in the same venue/classroom for the duration of the whole day to run all of the sessions.
The classroom/hall/venue must have desks and chairs for all students. Normal classrooms are fine.
Preferable: A computer/laptop with projector/interactive whiteboard or smart screen with sound enabled.
Pencils/pens and rubbers for all students.

Event Days

International Day of Mathematics, Maths Awareness Month, National Numeracy Day, Primary School Maths Day, World Maths Day

Available Regions

Anywhere in England

Anywhere in Northern Ireland

Anywhere in Scotland

Anywhere in Wales

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