As a parent, it’s natural to want to support your child’s learning between lessons. Whether they’re preparing for school tests, catching up after the summer holidays, or simply need a confidence boost, a well-chosen app or online game can help reinforce key maths skills in a fun, engaging way.
But while these free tools offer great practice, they can’t replace the personalised support and structured learning that truly builds confi dence. That’s where Mathnasium comes in.
Below, we’ve rounded up five of the best free maths tools and apps trusted by UK teachers and parents, plus how to build on them with a learning plan tailored to your child.
1. BBC Bitesize (KS1–KS3)
A classic for a reason. BBC Bitesize covers all the core maths topics your child will encounter in school, broken down by year group and Key Stage. Interactive videos, games, and short quizzes help reinforce concepts like number bonds, fractions, and algebra.
A fantastic starting point for brushing up on school learning at home.
Build on it at Mathnasium: We take what your child already knows and strengthen it, filling in gaps and helping them move forward with confidence.
2. Mathsframe (KS2 Focus)
Mathsframe is packed with over 200 games and hundreds of curriculum-aligned worksheets. It’s ideal for Years 3–6 and covers everything from division and decimals to measurement and problem-solving.
Great for independent revision and engaging extra practice.
Build on it at Mathnasium: Games help practise skills, but we teach your child how to truly understand the maths behind them, so it sticks long term.
3. DoodleMaths (KS1–KS3)
Offering personalised learning journeys, DoodleMaths adjusts to your child’s ability and progress. While there’s a paid version, the free version gives daily questions that adapt to your child’s needs.
Perfect for bite-sized, daily maths routines.
Build on it at Mathnasium: Our in-person and online instructors tailor learning in real time, not just through algorithms, building deep understanding and confi dence.
4. Hit the Button (Primary Focus)
Hit the Button is a fast-paced favourite for practising number bonds, doubling, halving and times tables. It’s simple, effective, and perfect for short bursts of mental maths.
Great for fluency and speed.
Build on it at Mathnasium: We ensure fluency is built on solid foundations, so your child understands why the answers are right, not just how to find them quickly.
5. Maths Learning Center Tools (Visual KS1–KS2)
The Maths Learning Center offers clever digital manipulatives that help children visualise maths, tools like Geoboard (for shapes), Number Frames, and Fraction Circles.
Brilliant for visual learners and hands-on exploration.
Build on it at Mathnasium: Our instructors use physical tools and guided questions to help children connect what they see with how they think, deepening comprehension.
What These Tools Can (and Can’t) Do
Free apps and games are fantastic for practice, but they can’t diagnose learning gaps, build confidence step by step, or adapt to a child’s emotional response to maths.
That’s where Mathnasium comes in.
● We begin with a comprehensive assessment to find out exactly where your child is at.
● We create a personalised learning plan tailored to their needs, strengths, and pace.
● We provide real-time instruction, online or in-centre, with expert maths instructors who know how to build confi dence, not just skills.
Tried the apps? Ready to go further?
Book a Free Assessment with Mathnasium and let’s take your child’s maths journey to the next level.
Because building confidence isn’t about doing more maths, it’s about doing the right maths, at the right time, with the right support.
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