Having fun with Maths and wearing outrageous rock star outfits and costumes depicting a range of maths numbers and symbols were centre stage at Upton Junior School, Broadstairs.

Pupils and staff showed their creative cleverness as the whole school celebrated the NSPCC national Numbers Day 2026 and have so far already raised £262 (donations are still coming in) to wear their own outfits to raise awareness about the charity that helps keep children safe from abuse.

Head of School Darci Arthur said: “Our number day was built upon the premise of raising money for the NSPCC to maintain the highly important and effective work that will help their support/help line.

“This charity does crucial work keeping children safe and we are proud to offer our support.

“Maths is very strong at Upton and Number Day each year gives the children an opportunity to experience the fun and creativity of the subject.”

Upton’s Maths Lead Maisie Prescott discussed how the day unfolded. She said: “We began with a number day assembly that discussed the importance of the NSPCC’s charity work and then children participated in a whole school maths challenge.

“Pupils dressed as digits or as their favourite times table rockstar in lieu of uniform and made a donation to the charity. They enjoyed a range of fun, interactive Maths activities such as escape rooms, using treasure maps and mathematical art and music to celebrate the importance of Maths.

“It was wonderful to see the children so enthusiastic about their learning during Number Day. Throughout they were enthusiastically engaged in a wide range of hands-on activities and games, and it’s been fantastic to witness their excitement for learning and exploring many different elements of Maths.”