Mathematics in
Education and
Industry

Maths is everywhere, so understanding maths matters.

We are a charity improving maths education. Explore our resources below to link maths to the world of work at primary school level.

MEI

Chocolate Miles

Explore manufacturing and distribution of chocolate to consider the environmental impact.

Level KS2

45-60 Mins

BUSINESS

MEI and IET

Football Resources

3 activities of which ‘Build your own football team’ and ‘Select a Golden Ball’ recipient connects to careers through the role of analysing data to help select a squad and identify the best performances

Level KS2

45-60 Mins

P.E.

AMSP World of Work

Try being a Data Detective

Work with a Supermarket data set and then advise the marketing team on the strategy they should take for their next advert.

Level Upper KS2

STEM

AMSP World of Work

Try being an Urban Planner

Redevelop an old industrial site for new modern living.

Level Upper KS2

STEM

AMSP World of Work

Being a freelance filmaker

Redevelop an old industrial site for new modern living.

Level Upper KS2

STEM

AMSP World of Work

Try working for a cause you are passionate about

2 possible activities – Looking behind the headlines & voting systems

Level Upper KS2

AMSP

Where's the maths in that?

A collection of photos to display and ask the question ‘Where’s the maths in that?’.  Can be followed up by the question ‘Where’s the career in that?’ or a discussion about the types of jobs that might be involved in the picture.  There is also a relevant climate version

Years 5 - 8

5-10 Mins (Short Activity)