Maths

Tree percentages and fractions

Children estimate the percentage or fraction of two or more types of tree in an area of woodland. They can then work out the percentages or fractions of trees in different sized areas and compare these to the estimates. Children learn about the trees in a local woodland whilst also improving their numeracy skills.

KS2 (Ma2 1e; 2f & g)

Activity length: 30-60 minutes

Holly charts

Children look at the number of spikes on holly leaves. They sort a collection of leaves according to the number of spikes and produce a chart which enables them to look at the distribution and the range of spike numbers. This activity also allows the children to explore the variation within a species.

KS2 (Ma4)

Activity length: 30-60 minutes

Numeracy trail

Follow a trail around Yateley Common and solve the clues along the way. All the clues are related to mathematical puzzles which must be solved in order to move on to the next clue. This activity takes around an hour.

KS1 (Ma2 & 3)

Activity length: 30-60 minutes

Schools programme

Facilities

There are no onsite toilet facilities and parking is sometimes restricted. It is therefore suggested that if travelling by coach, prior arrangements should be made with a member of staff.

All activities are outdoors, and so teachers must ensure that children are suitably dressed for the weather

We always ask for a visiting member of staff to come for a short pre-visit to discuss health and safety aspects and finalise the programme for the day.