The Unfair Game: SATs Arithmetic Survival (Year 6)

Looking for a fun, low-prep way to revise arithmetic during the final week before half term? The Unfair Game: SATs Arithmetic Survival is a Halloween-themed revision game designed for Year 6 pupils. Children work in mixed-attainment teams to solve a range of SATs-style arithmetic questions before facing a suspense-filled Trick or Treat round. The twist? Every team starts with 10 points and, after answering correctly, must decide whether to KEEP or GIVE AWAY a mystery points card. The hidden value could be a tasty positive bonus or a nasty negative trick!

This game encourages:
Arithmetic fluency
Mental maths
Mathematical reasoning
Discussion of strategies and methods
Teamwork and communication

Perfect for:
End of half-term fun
SATs revision sessions
Whole-class arithmetic practice
Halloween-themed maths lessons

What’s included:
Interactive PowerPoint game
SATs-style arithmetic questions
Trick or Treat mystery point rounds
Opportunities for mathematical discussion and reasoning

A high-energy revision activity that keeps pupils engaged while consolidating key arithmetic skills ahead of SATs. The unpredictable scoring system means every team stays in the game until the very end!