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National Numeracy Day
20 May 2026
Count on Your Community
Count on Your Community this National Numeracy Day, Wednesday 20 May 2026
Schools! Workplaces! Community groups! We need YOU!
The theme for National Numeracy Day this year is 'Count on Your Community'.
You are not alone when it comes to improving your numeracy. Millions of people across the UK lack confidence when it comes to numbers. But that can change and a bit of mutual encouragement and support from your community can make a world of difference.
On Wednesday 20 May 2026, join thousands of communities for a Big Number Natter to build brighter futures for all through number know-how.
You will immediately receive:
- A toolkit to help you and your community take part, and spread the word.
- Access to free, helpful resources to start improving your numeracy.
- Schools will get access to loads of materials for use at school or to send home – including lesson plans from experts, activities from Numberblocks, and example schedules for how to celebrate National Numeracy Day.
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.
The Number Heroes competition is back!
This year our Number Heroes drawing competition returns with a brilliant brand-new theme: How do people use numbers in your neighbourhood, club or community?
We’re inviting children aged 3–13, as well as all children and young people in receipt of SEN support or an EHCP, to take part. It’s free to enter, packed with fantastic prizes for pupils and schools, and a brilliant way to spark conversations about how numbers matter in the world around us.
Live Lesson with Times Tables Rock Stars and Mr MoneyJar
Join us on the 20 May for a live lesson from Times Tables Rock Stars and Rotimi Merriman-Johnson, aka Mr MoneyJar!
Starting at 09:30 on 20 May (and available on demand afterwards) Times Tables Rock Stars will be hosting a fun national game of ‘Would You Rather’ for primary schools, exploring savvy spending and how we make money choices in our families and communities. The lesson will be around 15 minutes long.
Free webinar: Your 1-hour Number Confidence Reset
Need a confidence boost when it comes to numbers?
This session is delivered by our highly experienced training manager, Bryony Clark, and based on our years of work building number confidence in adults, in all kinds of settings.
What is it about? Exploring feelings around maths, understanding maths anxiety, and sharing practical ways to improve skills and confidence with numbers at home and for your community.
Who is it for? Any adults who want to find out more about how to improve their skills and confidence with numbers, to support them, their families and their community.
When is it, and where can I watch it? Click the button below to go to the webinar page, where you will be able to watch it at 12.30 on 20 May, National Numeracy Day, and find details for joining on Zoom if you prefer.
Real life stories
However you feel about maths and numbers, you're not alone. Read and share the stories and experiences of people we work with, in these Number Natters.
Can you see yourself in some of these stories? People of different ages and backgrounds have overcome their anxieties about numbers and maths. You can too! Take a look or tell us your story.
Improve your numeracy
For National Numeracy Day we're inviting everyone to build their confidence with numbers. The National Numeracy Challenge lets you learn at your own pace. Start with a 10min check of your skills.
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National Numeracy Day has supported people across the UK to take over
3.3 million
actions to improve their numeracy. Join them by checking your numeracy now!
Supporters and Partners
Supporters
National Numeracy launched National Numeracy Day with KPMG as Founding Supporter in 2018. It's now an award-winning campaign that has grown bigger every year through this fantastic partnership, and the support of our many other pioneering organisations. Thank you to each and every one of them.
Partners
Our Delivery and Media Partners help us to reach thousands of people across the UK, by spreading the word through their networks and customer bases. Thank you to them all.
Thank you to our partners and supporters
