Christmas Maths Investigations - Crack the Code Challenges for Upper KS2

**Crack the Code and Save Santa’s Workshop – KS2 Maths Investigation Pack
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This exciting, Christmas-themed maths investigation pack challenges pupils to crack a series of festive puzzles in order to save Santa’s workshop. Each investigation reveals a key answer, and all answers are required to crack the final code using the included interactive PowerPoint.

What’s included:

A full set of linked festive maths investigations

A fully interactive PowerPoint escape-room style challenge

A wide variety of question types, including:

Code breaking

Logical deduction

Pattern spotting

Algebra-style reasoning

Data handling and Venn diagrams

Clearly structured pupil worksheets

Full teacher answer sheets with step-by-step explanations

Flexible Use – Designed for Any KS2 Setting
This pack can be used in multiple ways:

As a single lesson, with challenges split between small groups

As a carousel of investigations in one extended session

As a whole-day maths challenge event

Or as a daily December countdown, one investigation per day

Each completed challenge provides a vital code number which pupils enter into the PowerPoint to move closer to saving Santa’s workshop.

Perfect for:

Years 4, 5 and 6

Mixed-ability classes

Reasoning and problem-solving lessons

Christmas maths days and enrichment sessions

Early finisher and group challenge activities

Key skills developed:

Mathematical reasoning

Pattern recognition

Algebraic thinking

Data interpretation

Logical deduction

Teamwork and discussion

This highly engaging, story-driven maths resource turns problem solving into a festive mission where every answer truly matters. Pupils stay motivated from start to finish as they work together to crack the code and save Santa’s workshop.