Welcome to Maths For Fun – where mathematical curiosity meets pure enjoyment for learners of all ages! Founded by a team of lifelong maths enthusiasts, we believe that numbers aren’t just for tests – they’re for exploration, discovery, and delight. Whether you’re eight or eighty, a beginner or a seasoned problem solver, you’ll find a growing collection of logic based games and puzzles that cover every corner of mathematics.
Great Community Stories
From Nervous to Confident
When Emma, a Year 7 student, first joined her school’s maths club, she felt anxious about algebra. Letters mixed with numbers seemed confusing, and she often stayed quiet in class. Then her teacher introduced Maths For Fun puzzles. Instead of long worksheets, Emma was solving riddles, cracking codes, and teaming up with classmates. Within weeks, she was the one explaining strategies to others.
“I used to think I wasn’t good at maths, especially algebra, because I would get stuck on the steps and panic about getting the wrong answer. When we started using the puzzles, it felt completely different – instead of just solving sums, I was looking for patterns, testing ideas, and working with my friends. At first, I joined in just because it was part of the club, but then I realised I was actually enjoying it, even when it was hard. The puzzles gave me little wins that built up my confidence, and I started volunteering answers in class. Now I actually look forward to puzzle club – it feels like a game, not homework, and it makes me feel proud of what I can do.”
A Family Game Night with a Twist
The Baxter family were looking for something different to do together on Friday evenings. They stumbled upon Maths For Fun and decided to turn puzzle challenges into a weekly family game night. Parents, kids, and even grandparents got involved. Sometimes it was collaborative, sometimes competitive, but always full of laughs.
“We wanted to find something that the whole family could do together that wasn’t just sitting in front of the TV. When we tried the puzzles, it gave us a way to play and think at the same time. At first, we all worked as a team, which was fun because everyone brought their own ideas – the kids would spot patterns really quickly, and the adults helped with the trickier logic. After a few weeks we started making it competitive, timing ourselves or keeping score, and that made it even more exciting. The puzzles are clever because they look tricky, but when we figure them out, it feels like a proper achievement. It’s amazing how something educational has become such a big part of our family time. It’s now a tradition we look forward to every Friday.”
Teachers Supporting Each Other
Sarah, a secondary maths teacher, often struggled to keep lessons fresh while meeting curriculum requirements. Through the Maths For Fun online community, she connected with other teachers sharing ideas and adaptations for the puzzles. She discovered ways to use Grid Sum as a starter activity and Tangle Trap as a reward task. The best part? Her students loved it, and she felt supported by colleagues who understood the challenges of teaching.
“Being part of this community reminds me I’m not alone as a teacher. I joined because I was getting stuck trying to make lessons more engaging without adding hours of preparation, and I needed fresh ideas. When I saw how other teachers were adapting the puzzles, it gave me confidence to try things like using Grid Sum as a warm-up exercise or giving Tangle Trap as a challenge for fast finishers. It worked brilliantly, and the students were suddenly much more enthusiastic about algebra. What I really value is the sharing of experiences – knowing that others have the same struggles and being able to swap solutions has been a huge boost. It makes me feel supported, motivated, and much more creative in my teaching.”