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Claire Miller - Maths Positive

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๐Ÿง Helping neurodivergent kids aged 9โ€“16 go from โ€œI canโ€™t do mathsโ€ to โ€œIโ€™ve got this!โ€ โž•โž— ๐ŸŒˆTrauma-informed | Maths anxiety specialist | PhD Psychology โœจ She/her ๐ŸŒป www.linktr.ee/mathspositive

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Fantastic, thank you so much! I'm sure my grandma used to knit dishrags with me too now you mention it! She taught me to knit a little bit when I was small. I will have to let you know how it goes! ๐Ÿ˜Š๐ŸŒป

09.05.2025 21:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Oooh. Knitting is lovely - I've not practiced enough to be much good yet though ๐Ÿ˜† do you have any tips for a beginner? ๐Ÿค”

09.05.2025 19:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Weekend vibes! โœจ
Itโ€™s been a great day of maths - lots of averages, algebra and problem-solving! Now itโ€™s time to recharge (my voice was definitely disappearing by my last classโ€ฆ oops!)

Hoping for a little rest - and maybe a swim too!

Whatโ€™s your favourite way to rest and reset? Have fun! ๐Ÿ˜Š๐ŸŒˆ

09.05.2025 15:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Early finish today, so I'm outside with Cherry, planning lessons in the sunshine! Definitely beats sitting at a desk ๐Ÿ˜† Anyone else making the most of the good weather? โ˜€๏ธ

28.04.2025 14:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Claire is smiling, wearing a Pusheen t-shirt and purple dungarees. It's a sunny day, and there is a boat sailing behind her.

Claire is smiling, wearing a Pusheen t-shirt and purple dungarees. It's a sunny day, and there is a boat sailing behind her.

Happy Easter everyone! I've been doing maths on the go, on my bank holiday weekend outing ๐Ÿ˜๐ŸŒป I'll be sharing more soon! ๐Ÿคฉ

Can you guess where I am? What are you up to this weekend? ๐Ÿฐ

20.04.2025 11:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Claire (a white female with brown hair and purple glasses) is wearing a pastel dinosaur dress (by Popsy) and holding a face mask reading "2 million probiotic fractions" (Garnier) and a colouring book (by Sugar and Sloth). She's smiling!

Claire (a white female with brown hair and purple glasses) is wearing a pastel dinosaur dress (by Popsy) and holding a face mask reading "2 million probiotic fractions" (Garnier) and a colouring book (by Sugar and Sloth). She's smiling!

Feeling far too amused that this face mask is โ€œsupercharged with probiotic fractionsโ€ - 2 million of them, apparently! ๐Ÿ˜†

Off to do some colouring while I imagine a flock of numerators and denominators working together to give me glowing, healthy skin. Now thatโ€™s maths magic ๐Ÿช„

18.04.2025 15:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

My pleasure! ๐Ÿคฃ my cats have the run of the place (except my office - I couldn't deal with them climbing all over me while I'm trying to teach ๐Ÿ˜…). They even have a "cat castle" outside one of the living room windows - it's just a homemade wooden 3 storey "catio" but I call it their castle ๐Ÿ˜†๐ŸŽ‰

29.03.2025 17:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Wow! Thank you for sharing such interesting facts! ๐Ÿ˜Š๐ŸŒˆ

I love ginger and getting to know new people too, and your home sounds fascinating! 4 cats! ๐ŸŽ‰ ๐Ÿคฉ I have 3, so I can use this as justification to get another ๐Ÿคฃ Although I've just done the calculations and my tiny house is much smaller! ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿฑ๐Ÿพ

29.03.2025 17:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A picture of Claire with her fluffy cat. His paw is over her face ๐Ÿ˜†

A picture of Claire with her fluffy cat. His paw is over her face ๐Ÿ˜†

Three Things You (Probably) Didnโ€™t Know About Me!

1. I have a fluffy cat who loves licking my ears.

2. My favourite number is 4 - sometimes I even do things in 4s without thinking!

3. I have loads of cuddly toys. And yes, I cuddle them! ๐Ÿ˜†

What's your favourite fun fact about you or your pets? ๐Ÿพ

29.03.2025 14:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
My newly rediscovered chocolate and vanilla tea, brewing in a pink, blue and yellow cup, with a yellow heart reading "Self Love Club"

My newly rediscovered chocolate and vanilla tea, brewing in a pink, blue and yellow cup, with a yellow heart reading "Self Love Club"

โœจ Maths done, weekend mode on! โ˜• Time for tea (chocolate & vanillaโ€”what a find!), cats, blankets & relaxed colouring. Might even add some extra colour to my hairโ€”always helps me feel brighter! ๐ŸŒˆ Howโ€™s your week been? Resting or keeping the momentum going? ๐Ÿ˜Š #FriYAY #SelfCareTime #HomeEducation

14.03.2025 15:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you so much! ๐Ÿ˜Šโœจ

13.03.2025 10:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Claire Miller - MathsPositive | Instagram, Facebook | Linktree Colourful, neurodivergent & trauma-informed educator with a Psychology Ph.D. โœจ

You can find out more about my classes here: www.linktr.ee/mathspositive โœจ

13.03.2025 09:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today's free maths class is cancelled - apologies! I'm listening to my own advice and taking a rest! Sometimes, the best thing we can do is recognise when we need a break, particularly as neurodivergent people. Thanks for understanding! My other classes are still running as usual ๐ŸŒˆ

13.03.2025 09:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A picture of Claire, a white female with tied-back ginger hair and black glasses. She's wearing a red dress, covered in black cat silhouettes, and a blue scarf, covered in different black cats. She's in a cafe and behind her are tables and chairs.

A picture of Claire, a white female with tied-back ginger hair and black glasses. She's wearing a red dress, covered in black cat silhouettes, and a blue scarf, covered in different black cats. She's in a cafe and behind her are tables and chairs.

Happy International Womenโ€™s Day! โœจ

Today Iโ€™m celebrating women forging their own paths in education - tutoring, home-educating or learning! Thereโ€™s no single way to succeed - thatโ€™s worth celebrating! ๐ŸŽ‰

Today I'm enjoying my favourite breakfast - how are you finding joy? ๐ŸŒˆ

#IWD2025 #HomeEducation

08.03.2025 11:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Picture of Claire, a white female with long ginger hair and black glasses. She's smiling, and wearing a turquoise long sleeved top with purple dungarees.

Picture of Claire, a white female with long ginger hair and black glasses. She's smiling, and wearing a turquoise long sleeved top with purple dungarees.

โœจ Hi! Iโ€™m Claire, an autistic & trauma-informed educator, helping neurodivergent and anxious learners build maths positivity & confidence โœจ

โ˜€๏ธ FREE (I)GCSE & Functional Skills classes
โ˜€๏ธ Low-cost games groups, Q&As & practice clubs
โ˜€๏ธ Small group packages

๐Ÿ’ฌ I'd love to hear how your maths is going! ๐Ÿ˜Š

02.03.2025 17:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Oooh! That sounds brilliant - I need to find yunnan gold! I've heard good things about lapsang souchong too - I've definitely seen it in teabags from the Twinings brand in the UK. Teabags are so much more convenient, but sometimes I think you don't quite get the same flavour ๐Ÿค”

02.03.2025 10:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Aww so sad. Nice to have beautiful pictures and memories though ๐Ÿฅฒ๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿฐ

01.03.2025 17:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Oh my gosh! Adorable! ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿฐ

01.03.2025 17:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Oooh. Green tea is so good for you isn't it! I have a really nice jasmine green tea too! ๐Ÿ˜† Hope you're having a lovely day so far! โ˜•๐ŸŽ‰

01.03.2025 17:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Sugar and sloth mug with colourful text reading: "Asking for help makes me stronger. I will rest, but I won't ever give up. I don't owe anyone perfection. I make the world better just by being in it. I am worthy of love, just as I am". A Chonky Arnold stuffie sits behind the mug ๐Ÿ˜Š

Sugar and sloth mug with colourful text reading: "Asking for help makes me stronger. I will rest, but I won't ever give up. I don't owe anyone perfection. I make the world better just by being in it. I am worthy of love, just as I am". A Chonky Arnold stuffie sits behind the mug ๐Ÿ˜Š

Chilling with tea this weekend - turmeric & ginger for warmth and lavender at night (which my cats love!) ๐Ÿฑ I always leave the teabag in & sometimes top up the water a few times - yes, it's weak, but still tasty! ๐Ÿ˜† Any tea recommendations? Bonus points if they smell nice enough to attract a cat! โ˜•๐Ÿพ

01.03.2025 17:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Isn't it! ๐ŸŒˆ I love my snuggly oodie, it gives me a similar feeling in a way ๐Ÿ˜Š

24.02.2025 09:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I really get this! Brains are mysterious sometimes! ๐Ÿ˜†๐Ÿง 

23.02.2025 19:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you for the kind words ๐Ÿ˜Š I think sometimes just acknowledging it and that it's actually normal and ok makes such a difference ๐ŸŒˆ Hope you're having a lovely Sunday!

23.02.2025 19:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Claire's eyes peeking out from behind a deer squishmallow.

Claire's eyes peeking out from behind a deer squishmallow.

Oh gosh, I'm feeling so overwhelmed this evening after a few days of admin and sorting classes!

If you're struggling with the transition back to classes this week, I see you ๐ŸŒˆ

Thank you all for being so lovely ๐Ÿ’Ÿ

#HomeEducation #LearningTogether #ActuallyAutisticAdult #EmotionalSupportStuffies

23.02.2025 18:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A breakthrough moment: If I can do maths, what else can I do? ๐Ÿคฏ One student went from exam anxiety to aiming for A-level maths - proving to themselves theyโ€™re capable of more than they ever thought! Maths is about confidence, and thinking differently. ๐Ÿงฎ I'd love to help your learner too! ๐ŸŒˆ

21.02.2025 18:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Blue and Cherry (my fluffy black cat and smaller black and white cat)! They're sitting on a small wooden table waiting attentively for their favourite treats! ๐Ÿฑ

Blue and Cherry (my fluffy black cat and smaller black and white cat)! They're sitting on a small wooden table waiting attentively for their favourite treats! ๐Ÿฑ

๐Ÿฑ Cat Yoghurt Economics! ๐Ÿ“Š

Tesco: ยฃ1.40 (5x15g) โ€“ 28p each
Aldi: 95p (5x15g) โ€“ 19p each
Lidl: ยฃ1.29 (7x16g) โ€“ 18.4p each

Lidl wins on price, but what about convenience? Should I factor in travel costs? ๐Ÿค”

๐Ÿ“ข What real-world maths have you used this weekend? โฌ‡๏ธ๐Ÿฑ

#MoneyMaths #CatLife #MathsPositive

16.02.2025 15:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A heart carved into purple tinted wood. Text overlaid reads "Roses are red, Violets are blue, Make your day today As unique as you!" With the Maths Positive rainbow logo to the bottom right

A heart carved into purple tinted wood. Text overlaid reads "Roses are red, Violets are blue, Make your day today As unique as you!" With the Maths Positive rainbow logo to the bottom right

Forget the clichรฉs - today is about you! Self-care can mean:

๐Ÿ’œ Scheduling a nothing day
๐Ÿ’œ Wearing your comfiest, softest clothes
๐Ÿ’œ Rewatching a comfort show
๐Ÿ’œ Avoiding social overload
๐Ÿ’œ Ignoring Valentine's Day entirely!

Now excuse me while I go and celebrate with a mocha and some cat cuddles! โ˜•๐Ÿฑ

14.02.2025 10:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจMaths questions on your mind? ๐Ÿค”โœจ

Try my maths support groups - ยฃ4 per session!

โœ”๏ธ Ask your maths questions (up to I/GCSE)
โœ”๏ธ Work on your practice questions or Bitpapers together
โœ”๏ธ Stay motivated and move forward ๐ŸŽ‰

Monday: 2:25pm
Tuesday: 10:45am
Wednesday: 3:00pm
Thursday: 2:15pm
Friday: 11:45am

12.02.2025 15:47 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I didn't do experiments into dyscalculia personally, but it's certainly an interesting topic that I've learnt a lot about since ๐Ÿ˜Š๐ŸŒˆ

11.02.2025 19:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science | United Nations The purpose of the day is to achieve full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls.

Find out more here: www.un.org/en/observanc...

11.02.2025 17:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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