DysCalculator™

A calculator designed for people with dyscalculia.

Dyscalculia is a neurodiverse learning difficulty that affects a person’s ability to understand, remember, and manipulate numbers and mathematical concepts. It is often referred to as “maths dyslexia” and can manifest as difficulties with basic arithmetic, understanding time, using money, and comprehending mathematical concepts and formulas. This condition varies in severity and often requires tailored educational strategies and interventions to help individuals manage and overcome their challenges.

You can follow the link to download the App: https://www.dyscalculator.app

Drawn to Numbers: A British Dyslexia Association Online Conference for Supporting Dyscalculia

The upcoming virtual conference will focus on using visual materials in the classroom to support maths learning, with an emphasis on practical tools already available and encouraging children to create their own visuals and drawings to support their understanding. There is a charge for this conference which is primarily aimed at teachers but please follow the link to register your interest:

https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/events/dyscalculia-conference-2025-drawn-to-numbers-empowering-children-to-understand-maths#:~:text=The%20upcoming%20virtual%20conference%20will,drawings%20to%20support%20their%20understanding.

Time

Tuesday 25th November 2025
1:00pm – 5:00pm

Location

Online
United Kingdom

This year’s Dyscalculia conference is designed to be an inspiring and effective event for all classroom based educators.  The conference will explore how visuals and creative methods can support children to better understand numbers and overcome maths difficulties, including anxiety. 

It aims to provide resources, practical strategies and approaches that will help educators feel more confident in empowering learners. The core topics explored will include, how to use imagery to show a better understanding of maths concepts, how creative maths teaching can support the development of maths, even in reluctant learners and how to foster a positive view of maths amongst individuals in a classroom setting.