The interactive classroom-based workshops allowed pupils to see a range of mathematical techniques in real-life situations: deciding on cooking times using formulas; using 6 figure grid references and whole circle bearings to find items on a map; packing a Chinook helicopter with weighted packages.

This was a highly successful, enjoyable, three days allowing all S3 pupils a chance to further their numeracy skills in a cross curricular context, learning successfully in collaborative groups. Pupils expressed their enjoyment of working with the RAF and felt they benefited from the experience.