At Casio, we understand that moving to secondary school can be a daunting experience for students. One of the most effective ways to remove barriers to entry for Key Stage 3 Mathematics is to ensure students are confident and equipped with the right tools before they arrive. We are offering primary schools the opportunity to apply for a complimentary set of 30 fx-83/85GT CW scientific calculators and links to transition materials to support this vital change.

Why Participate?
This initiative is designed to bridge the gap between primary number skills and secondary mathematical exploration. By introducing scientific calculators in a familiar primary setting, you can help:
• Boost Confidence: Reduce “transition anxiety” by familiarising students with the technology they will use daily in secondary school.
• Enhance Readiness: Ensure students feel “ready” for the rigor of secondary Maths through dedicated transition sessions.
• Access High-Quality Resources: Receive signposted PDF transition resources, specifically curated to support the transition.

Applications are now open. Apply below.
*Terms and conditions apply

Free resources and support

To support you, we’ve gathered a selection of useful resources.

Transition Booklet Kickstart the term with our downloadable transition booklet, designed to bridge the gap between primary and secondary maths. Download the Transition Booklet (PDF)

Calculator Crunch (by MEI) Engage your students with these fantastic extra challenges and competitions designed to build familiarization and confidence.
Explore the Calculator Crunch

Get Calculating Lesson Plans (by MEI) Access ready-to-use lesson plans and structured activities to integrate calculator skills seamlessly into your curriculum.
Access Get Calculating Resources

Support with Problem Solving:
Nrich Problems: Calculators | NRICH

Open Middle investigations
This allows students to focus on problem solving and strategy whilst using the calculator to work on the calculations: Open Middle – Challenging math problems worth solving

KS3 practice:
Claire Clay Calculator Cards: Calculator skills: fx-83GT-CW Lesson | Teaching Resources

You can also find all sorts of help and information in the resources section of our website, including calculator manuals, how-to leaflets and videos.