Meet a few of our students

Mathematics for a Lifetime News

Welcome Megan

May 25th 2023As a parent and a photographer working with young children, I'm passionate about children having strong foundations that set them up for the rest of their life. So much of a person's happiness, succeRead more

Narelle Brooks

February 10th 2023I have joined the team at MFAL as administrator as I am highly passionate about helping others. Being involved with MFAL is a huge honour. Jean's set up of this Charitable Trust allows theRead more

Michelle Flemming - Board member

February 10th 2023As a mother of two, one of my children had high and extreme learning challenges. Despite this happening they have been able to complete and study to have an exciting career. Personally, I can understRead more

What's so important about Maths anyway?

February 9th 2023Mathematics helps children develop problem solving skills, logical thinking, and the ability to analyse and evaluate information. It also helps them understand relationships between different conceptRead more

Christmas shopping sorted!

November 23rd 2022We all have that someone who is difficult to buy for… imagine the gift of education! This year we have Christmas baubles at varying prices to solve your Christmas gift problems! At MathematicsRead more

Fal Shah's introduction

October 26th 2022I believe education is very important for each one of us, as it sets us up for a lifetime. My main reason for joining MFAL is their cause, where they provide essential education and the right supportRead more

Four key outcomes for our children's future using mathematical support.

October 26th 2022Financial capabilities for fundingImmediate outcomes include greater confidence and familiarity with numbers will assist in day to day financial interactions and budgeting. Long term impact meansRead more

Stacey Godsmark - welcome

May 17th 2022Growing Up – the access to quality, affordable support in educational development was either non-existent or out of reach. The pathways that were available; though limited, appeared to beRead more

Ben van Rooy | Friend of MFAL

January 21st 2022Though often used interchangeably, equality and equity are quite different. Equality simply means everyone is treated the same exact way, regardless of need or any other individual difference.Read more

Fiona Watson - Approved Tutor

January 18th 2022I am a trained and experienced primary school teacher who, since 2011, has run a tuition business for children aged 5 years to 13 years old, focussing on maths, reading and writing. Most of my sessioRead more

Craig Grant - Author and long time supporter

December 3rd 2021To be the best you can be, you must strive to be effective and efficient. This happens when you tread the path of continuous improvement. Tutoring is multi-dimensional and has the potential toRead more

Rae MacDonald - Friend of MFAL

October 31st 2021 I believe that all children should be given the opportunity to build their numeracy skills so that they can shine in whatever field they choose. As adults, we need to support them on that journey.Read more

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