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  1. What is numeracy | Basic Numeracy Skills for Adults

    There is no universally agreed definition, but at National Numeracy we define numeracy as: Numeracy is having the confidence to use basic maths at work and in everyday life. So, numeracy means two …

  2. Essentials of Numeracy | National Numeracy

    The Essentials of Numeracy are the skills and attitudes that everyone needs to use numbers and data to make good decisions at work and at home.

  3. Why is Numeracy Important? - The Effects of Poor Numeracy

    Find out why maths is important and why we need numbers at all ages, as well as exploring the effects of poor numeracy skills in everyday life.

  4. What is dyscalculia? | Dyslexia with Numbers - National Numeracy

    Dyscalculia makes learning, using and understanding maths a struggle every day. Find out more, and get tips for a brighter future from people who understand.

  5. Schools are required to deliver a 1-hour workshop to parents/carers called, ‘Help Your Child Love Maths!’ National Numeracy provide all training and resources to deliver the workshop, and it can be …

  6. Maths divides the nation - your questions answered - National Numeracy

    Jan 9, 2023 · Numeracy, or what we sometimes call ‘everyday maths’ is about the skills needed for managing money and household budgets, reading a train timetable, weighing ingredients, measuring …

  7. Our ‘cradle to career’ vision for numeracy focussing on maths in real life sees the confident use of numbers beginning at nursery and extending throughout adulthood.

  8. Numeracy for Equality

    We want everyone to have the opportunity to develop numeracy throughout life, regardless of socio-economic background or gender. The strongest predictor of a person’s numeracy level in the UK is …

  9. How to Improve Your Numeracy Skills | Basic Maths for Adults

    If we struggle, recognising how we feel about numbers it the first step towards getting better at maths. Learners often surprise themselves and are able to improve their maths using the National …

  10. 21 May 2025 - National Numeracy Day

    National Numeracy Day is a national campaign that takes place every May, encouraging adults and children to build their confidence and skills with maths and numbers.