Science Ceilidh

A photograph of a group of children ceilidh dancing. Two rows of children are standing opposite each other, arms raised and hands touching to create an arch. A pair of children holding hands is dancing through the created arch, looking forwards at the camera.

Reel Symmetries

Explore symmetries through dance with this pack and instructional video. No maths or dancing experience required! Suitable for use with any group.

Created by Science Ceilidh for Maths Week Scotland

Symmetries Square

Dancing Reel Symmetries

Ceilidh Counts

Connect creativity and maths with ceilidh dancing! Suitable for use with any group

Created by Science Ceilidh for Maths Week Scotland

A close up of school children, wearing red and white uniforms, holding hands during ceilidh dancing.

Ceilidh Counts Lesson Plan

Ceilidh Counts Powerpoint

A Fraction Musical!

Explore fractions through music through games, composition and performance.

Created by Science Ceilidh for Maths Week Scotland

Fractions Musical Resource

Musical Dominoes

Student Worksheet

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News 6th January 2026

Maths Week 2026: Maths Matters

Maths Week Scotland is back for 2026 with the theme Maths Matters. To celebrate our tenth year, we will have an extended gala week running over two weekends, from Saturday 19 to Sunday 27 September.

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It is almost time for the RSPB Big Schools’ Bird Watch – the largest citizen science project for schools across the UK. Sign up to take part, from 6th January- 13th February 2026.

21st Feb

Event

The Amazing Mathemagic Show

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street | 10.30am-4.00pm | Free

Experience the wonder of mathematics, as students and staff from the University of Edinburgh transform into captivating performers, dazzling magicians, and astonishing "mind readers".