Area and Perimeter Park Challenge

Design a Community Park – Maths & Geography Project

Bring maths and geography together with this engaging, real-world project in which pupils design and plan a small community park or green space for everyone to enjoy.

Perfect for encouraging practical problem-solving, this resource gives students the chance to think like planners, using area, perimeter, comparison of length, research, and reflection to create a space that meets the needs of both people and the environment.

In this resource, students will:

• research what makes a successful community park or green space
• explore how human landscapes can be designed to support people and nature
• compare lengths to help decide on the best layout for park features
• calculate perimeter and area to organise the space effectively
• consider how resources can be used wisely and sustainably
• reflect on their final design choices and how well they meet the project goals

This project is ideal for developing reasoning, planning, and cross-curricular thinking, while making maths more purposeful and relevant.

A great resource for independent work, group discussion, or a wider topic on communities, sustainability, or land use.

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