NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) Number Day is a fundraising event in the UK that encourages schools and early years settings to make maths fun and accessible.

All money raised goes to support the NSPCC’s work in protecting children and preventing abuse.

Here are some ways you can incorporate NSPCC Number Day in your early years setting:

Number-Themed Dress Up: Encourage children and staff to come dressed in clothes featuring numbers or as their favourite number.

Number Games: Play number-themed games, like number matching, number bingo, or a number treasure hunt.

Baking or Cooking: Use a simple recipe to teach children about measuring ingredients and counting. For example, count how many spoonfuls of flour you need or how many pieces of fruit go into a fruit salad.

Remember, the goal of NSPCC Number Day is not only to make maths fun but also to raise awareness about the work of the NSPCC. You can use this opportunity to discuss in simple, age-appropriate terms how the NSPCC helps children and why it’s important to support charities.