National Numeracy Day FAQs
What is National Numeracy Day?
National Numeracy Day is the UK’s only campaign dedicated to improving everyday maths. Each May, individuals, schools and organisations across the country come together to help children and adults feel more confident with numbers at work, at home and at school.
The campaign raises awareness of the importance of numeracy and signposts free tools and resources that help people take practical steps to improve. To get resources for schools or adults, sign up and join in.
Still can't picture it? Check out #NationalNumeracyDay on Instagram so see what happened last year. Or check out our Impact Report to see what happened.
Why does National Numeracy Day exist?
We’re in the grip of a numeracy crisis. Around half of working-age people have the numeracy skills of a primary school child. Poor numeracy costs the UK economy up to £25 billion a year. It’s holding us back, and it needs to change.
Not getting on with numbers blights lives and livelihoods, contributing to pervasive problems from unemployment to poor health and debt. Low numeracy can be a lifelong barrier to social mobility.
Through the National Numeracy Day campaign we inspire people to think differently about maths in every day life. We are experts at reaching and engaging target audiences with the most to gain from improving their numeracy. Using fun, creative communications the campaign motivates people to improve their skills and confidence by taking action with our free resources. This campaign is vital for changing the culture around maths in the UK.
Who is behind National Numeracy Day?
National Numeracy Day is a campaign created and delivered by the charity National Numeracy, and a range of community partners.
How is National Numeracy Day funded?
The campaign is funded by a range of crucial partners, supporters and individual donors, who are all committed to helping the UK to get better with numbers.
Find out more about the 2026 campaign partners and supporters
Does it cost anything to take part in National Numeracy Day?
No! We want as many people as possible to take part in the day and enjoy the fun, free resources and activities on offer.
Do I have to fundraise for National Numeracy in order to take part in National Numeracy Day?
No! There is no fundraising requirement at all. You can just use the free resources and have fun!
But...if you do want to fundraise for us, you absolutely can! Check out our Donate or Fundraise page - there are lots of ways you can help and have fun at the same time!
Is National Numeracy Day just for schools and children?
No! Anyone can take part, whether they are part of a school, business or organisation. Individual adults can take part by using our resources and also sharing their number experiences on social media as part of the Big Number Natter.
Do you have any National Numeracy Day branded resources available to help celebrate the day?
Yes! If you sign up to National Numeracy Day, you will be sent a toolkit containing downloadable resources such as posters and bunting.
Will the National Numeracy Day resources only be available on the day?
No, the resources and activities will be available via our website all year.
For any questions not answered here, please email enquiries@nationalnumeracy.org.uk
