Dyscalculia

Dyscalculia is a form of neurodivergence that affects how someone understands and works with numbers. It’s sometimes called “maths dyslexia” — not because the two are the same, but because they both relate to how the brain processes specific kinds of information.

For someone with dyscalculia, tasks involving numbers might feel confusing, inconsistent, or harder to retain — even if they’re confident in other subjects or skills.

This might include:

• Struggling to tell time on analogue clocks
• Finding it hard to remember basic number facts (like times tables)
• Mixing up quantities or place values
• Having difficulty estimating distances, time, or amounts
• Feeling anxiety or frustration around anything maths-related

Dyscalculia doesn’t mean someone is lazy or not trying — and it’s not a reflection of intelligence. It’s simply a different way the brain processes numerical information.

It’s often under-recognised, especially in adults or those who develop workarounds. But with the right tools, strategies, and support, people with dyscalculia can absolutely thrive in life and learning — just on their own terms.