Maths by Ian

29/09/2026

Reflecting on a brilliant past few months. It may well have been the summer break, but there are always things to be done. I've been involved with the local Chamber of Commerce looking at the development of the local skills improvement plan, been busy making plans for the future of Maths by Ian alongside English by Laura and also congratulating my students for making it through exams and results days.

Looking forward to what the autumn months will bring 🍂

You can expect to hear much more about employability skills and how critical maths + English skills are for the next generation.

23/09/2026

"Employers need to be heard. Young people need to be heard. We need to think about how people will access Mathematics resources and teaching in the future rather than only looking backwards at how Mathematics has been taught in the past"

Celebrating 8 years of Maths by Ian this month. Read more about the journey and my research into learning and teaching along the way here 👇

8 years of Maths by Ian, and the adaptations that have been required along the way. More articles to follow. Does this article resonate with you? "Telling a fourteen year old that they are probably only suited to Foundation Mathematics can become much more than a decision about an examination paper....

14/09/2026

'I did it' - those are the words I enjoy hearing year after year when it's time for exam results to come in.

Maths and English tuition isn't just a nice to have, it's an investment in young people.

Investment that will carry them forward in academic, vocational and life choices for the rest of their lives.

I was asked recently if I thought that tutoring gave value for money, I guess my answer is that I don't think you can put a value on investing in the future.

08/09/2026

There's just two remaining 7:30pm slots left for Year 12 students looking to improve their grades.

If you know someone taking A Level Maths who would benefit from additional support then send them this post.

I offer tailored support with more challenging questions, utilising questions from Further Maths and/or providing Year 12 support with challenging questions, including Mechanics.

The sessions are designed to improve problem solving skills and develop mathematical thinking and ultimately improve the final grades. Drop the page a message or email me at [email protected] for more information.

01/09/2026

Going for a walk where's the maths in that?

Can you estimate how long a 5-mile walk will take you, if you can fit it in before lunchtime and how many steps that could be towards your target?

We use maths in so many ways every day without even thinking about it.

Don't ever let anyone make you think you aren't good at maths, we are all mathematicians every day.

01/09/2026

Hello September 👋

🍂 Hello September 🍂

A brand-new month is here, bringing the first hints of autumn, cosy days and lots of lovely occasions to celebrate.

I’ve been busy behind the scenes at Pink Blossom Crafts, creating personalised cards and preparing some new Christmas designs ready for later in the year.

What are you looking forward to most this September? 🌸

26/08/2026

Here's a throwback to the brilliant Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce Expo 2026 back in June.

It was a brilliant day, and coming across this photo of Laura and myself reminded me that we've been working together as Maths by Ian and English by Laura for well over six months now.

It's been fantastic to be able to offer a more holistic literacy and numeracy package, really changed up the options for students and some of the businesses I work with too. Here's to the next 6 months and beyond!

20/08/2026

Have you got sunflowers growing in your garden this year? Where's the maths in sunflowers I hear you ask.

They are actually fascinating.

Take a look at how the seeds are arranged in intersecting spirals, growing both clockwise and anticlockwise at the same time. If you count the spirals, the numbers almost always match numbers in the Fibonacci sequence. I'll do a whole other post on Fibonacci another time. In short, the angles and patterns in which the seeds are arranged mean they pack together incredibly efficiently, with very little wasted space and without one seed blocking another. Pretty clever, really!

Nature figured out efficient patterns and design long before we did🌻

11/08/2026

This week some of my A Level students will be getting their results and next week it's the turn of those who have waited for weeks for GCSE results. To all my students and all those who have been waiting, well done, believe in yourself.

You got this. Good luck to all!