Quick Math Jr
An app aimed at developing number sense, including: What numbers mean; The way numbers relate to each other; The relationship between number and quantity; Informal number operations, such as adding to numbers or taking numbers away. The activities automatically increase in their difficulty. (£ moderate)
Monkey Math School Sunshine
A maths app that helps build and develop fundamental maths skills using numerous interactive games and activities, all of which can be adjusted in the ‘For Grownups’ option on the home screen. It adjusts to the appropriate difficulty setting as you complete activities. (£ inexpensive)
Special Numbers
Helps develop early number skills: Wide range of activities: counting, matching, ordering, comparing and selecting; Easily configured to suit different abilities and interests; Develop hand-eye coordination; Improve fine motor skills. All activities have been created to be accessible and hold the attention of children with additional needs, as well as typically developing children. (£ moderate)
Panther Math Paper
Enables you to record maths work independently without pencil and paper. A useful tool for setting out work and includes all the necessary numbers, symbols and operations needed. Easy to use, especially for those with fine motor difficulties. (£ inexpensive)
ModMath
A program to help you write and solve mathematical problems using the iPad. You can write and solve basic sums and more complex equations quickly and legibly. (£ inexpensive)
Squeebles Times Tables
An interactive way to learn and practise times tables skills. Numerous different modes and games to learn and refine skills. A dyslexia friendly mode has been added recently. Other maths based apps also available from this developer. (£ inexpensive)
Tip: Try placing the iPad on a slope to encourage good posture.
*All details accurate at the time or writing – please note that app prices do change, apps do get removed from the app store and iOS updates can stop apps from working correctly