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Gone are the days when maths was seen as a subject confined to chalkboards and textbooks. Today, global online competitions like World Maths Day are transforming maths into a celebration of fun, empowerment and inclusivity for students of all abilities.

Hosted by 3P Learning, the creators of the popular online mathematics program Mathletics, World Maths Day returns on Wednesday, 26 March 2025.

This annual event has become a global phenomenon, uniting millions of school students from over 150 countries in a spirited competition designed to spark a love for maths and foster connections worldwide.

This year’s World Maths Day campaign carries the theme ‘Maths is for Everyone’. It aims to break the stereotype that maths is only for the ‘gifted’ or ‘academically inclined’.

Instead, it highlights how maths can be engaging, empowering and accessible to all students, regardless of their skill level.

By participating in the event, students solve problems tailored to their abilities, creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

From young learners just starting their journey with numbers to advanced students solving complex problems, the event offers something for all skill levels. 

The event’s online format allows students to compete in 20 60-second live challenges against peers from different countries and cultures, highlighting maths as a unifying force that transcends borders.

An Australian student might play someone in Brazil or India, while a child in the UK competes against a peer in New Zealand – creating a true sense of global connection.

Lisa Rodgers, 3P Learning’s APAC Sales Director, says, ‘World Maths Day is about celebrating the diversity of learners and showing that maths can be fun, inspiring and within reach for every student.

We want every child to feel confident in their abilities and discover the joy of learning maths in an inclusive, global environment.’

Making Maths Fun

According to educators, the event’s format helps students overcome maths anxiety. ‘The Mathletics Activities and Skill Quests are fun and engaging for the students and they love competing against each other in Live Mathletics. They absolutely thrive on challenging themselves to improve,’ explains Rieka Boglosa, Maths Coordinator at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Catholic Primary School, Mt Pritchard.

‘Students are eager and excited to complete Maths activities which are framed as games. Not only are they learning valuable mathematical knowledge and strengthening their skills, but they are also increasing their fluency and building their self-confidence.’

The Broader Impact of Online Competitions

Events like World Maths Day reflect a broader trend in education: using online platforms to make learning accessible and engaging. By integrating technology with pedagogy, these initiatives remove barriers such as location and learning pace, ensuring every student has an equal chance to participate and succeed.

Baulkham Hills High twins Cloris and Iris Xu, Year 12 students, know firsthand the power of maths to connect and inspire. The sisters have represented Australia on the global stage at the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad, competing against students from more than 50 nations.

‘Maths is like a puzzle – it’s about finding creative ways to solve problems,’ says Cloris. ‘We love how it challenges us to think differently, and it’s amazing to meet so many passionate mathematicians from around the world.’ Iris adds, ‘Competing internationally is incredible because it shows how universal maths is. No matter where you’re from, numbers speak the same language.’

In 2024, the Australian team ranked second out of 54 countries, with both Cloris and Iris receiving gold medals – a testament to the opportunities maths offers for young minds to shine on a global stage.

For parents and educators, the message is clear – maths can be fun. When students are given the tools to learn in an interactive, inclusive environment, their engagement and confidence soar.

‘The language of mathematics underpins most STEM disciplines,’ said Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute (AMSI) Director Tim Marchant in a recent interview with AI Group. ‘To build a strong STEM workforce, we need to develop fundamental maths skills from primary school,’ he explains.

‘With the rise of our high-tech economy, demand is soaring for professionals in data, science, analytics, logistics and finance – all fields rooted in mathematics.’

As the countdown to World Maths Day begins, there’s no better time to inspire students to embrace maths, not as a subject to be endured but as a skill to be celebrated. After all, maths isn’t just about numbers – it’s about unlocking potential and connecting minds across the globe.

Schools interested in participating in the event can sign up here: https://www.3plearning.com/world-maths-day/contact/