Events
Past events
Make Space; the value of spatial reasoning for mathematics
Thursday 22 May, 2025
The Make Space event took place at the University of Surrey in May 2025. It took place in the context of the change opportunity brought about by the 2025 Curriculum and Assessment Review in England and growing recognition of the value of spatial reasoning for mathematics and STEM in national discussions. A resounding success, the event brought together representatives from key sectors. To best enable group discussion, the event was limited to ~50 attendees. Through presentations and panel discussions, we discussed the need to equip the next generation to meet the heightened demands for problem solving and data use, and that teaching children to think and work spatially is an evidence-based, inclusive route to achieving this goal. The opportunities provided at the event to discuss collective action towards meeting this goal were met with energy and enthusiasm, with most attendees committing to actions.
