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Emmathe37th

@emmathe37th.bsky.social

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Secondary Maths teacher. Alt provision tutor. Private tutor. BBC Bitesize consultant and author. Team Leader for KS2, GCSE and iGCSE exams. Other bits and bobs. Clearly have a hard time saying no.

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

If you stop the microwave before it hits zero, you need this BEAUTY. It has a mute setting. You can also press 3 and it starts at 3 minutes. It has no dial. It is everything I hoped it would be. Except it's only 12-hour clock. But hey, you can't have everything. Hisense H23MOBS5HUK. You're welcome.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

I LOVE this clue. Minute Cryptic - 27 August, 2026 "Outdated version of Messenger pinged endlessly, glitching over nothing" (6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (25,723 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Graham Cumming @mathsnot.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

GCSE Mathematics grade boundaries 2017-2026 (England)

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

A reminder that a grade 4 is a standard pass. That doesn't mean grades 1-3 are fails. A fail is less than grade 1. There are students who will be over the moon with a grade 1-3, so let's be mindful of that in the language we use on Thursday. If someone can get the media on board too, even better 😆

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

I so wish I'd written this question.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

In #mathstoday we worked out how many fish we could fit in the room. 54000 if you're interested. Not sure how we'd get them, how we'd get them in, and what the smell would be like in 30 degree heat, but yeah, 54000.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Good to know that ePen STILL has this bug when backreading our examiners after how many years now?

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Anyone do NCFE Functional Skills Level ONE maths & have a copy of the new style sample paper? I have the practice paper. NCFE have said "yeah sorry you can't get it, maybe try googling?"🤦 How are my students meant to practice if they can't see the new style papers?! It's nowhere online. Reposts plz!

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

@1stclassmaths.bsky.social I think the expression is that she's got it going on. (I love your questions - thank you for keeping the millennials entertained)

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Anyone experienced in current OCR GCSE maths? Iteration. Don't need to rearrange equations to make an iterative formula. Do have to use sign change/trial and error methods to find solutions. Do need to understand iterative notation. Don't need to solve using an iterative formula? Is that right?

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Top tip: make the news more palatable by singing the name Netanyahu-hu to the tune of the Dominos advert.

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

youtu.be/uhy9DEqMgMw?... TTR's interview with Michael Gove. Not entirely sure how Liz Webb kept her composure during the discussion about the narrowing of the English curriculum and the response regarding the late Ruth Perry. @ttradioofficial.bsky.social

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Does anyone know of a student friendly resource that goes through how to use a Casio calculator (83 or 85 or possibly 991?) Not just the basics - I mean the table and ratio tools, prime factor decomposition, using the hours/minutes/seconds button. Solving equations. You know, the sneakier stuff.

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

I am angry with myself. Minute Cryptic - 10 February, 2026 "For example, an elephant over 50 reproduced three times" (10) ⚪️⚪️⚪️🟡🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 4 hints – 2 under the community par (14,983 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 06/02/2026

So the Epstein scandal is about politics? Silly me for thinking it’s about the mass abuse of women and girls | Marina Hyde

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So the Epstein scandal is about politics? Silly me for thinking it’s about the mass abuse of women and girls | Marina Hyde

Obsessing over individual players and political chaos leaves less time to focus on the misogyny. And that’s for the best, isn’t it guys, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Got it in 5 seconds then spent 5 minutes working out how it worked 😆 Minute Cryptic - 6 February, 2026 "Pit players or co-captain against six highest-rated centres?" (9) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 3 under the community par (18,228 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

You know that feeling you got before COVID hit when you knew something major was about to go down and work felt trivial? Yeah, that.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Superb. Minute Cryptic - 31 January, 2026 "Plain, unsalted barnacle" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (16,823 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Great clue. I followed its orders and very much enjoyed the word appearing. Minute Cryptic - 20 January, 2026 "Torpedo! Boat wreckage swallowed by rough sea around midnight" (8) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (17,243 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

Enjoyed this and the comments.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

New lunch combo unlocked. Avocado on toast with tomato soup. 😋

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

I'm afraid I'm going to struggle to meet that deadline today. Oh, due to the snow? No, due to this.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Anything is an anagram indicator 🙈 Minute Cryptic - 6 January, 2026 "Ghostbusting duo to start uncontrollably blasting weapon" (7) ⚪️⚪️⚪️🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏋 3 hints – 1 over the community par (13,123 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

My husband, 11 year old daughter and I have 4 hours to kill in London on Friday afternoon. Can anyone recommend anywhere cheap, indoors and not too far from Kings Cross/Aldgate area (so NE preferably)?

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

#5GoodThings2025 1. Daughter enjoying school again. 2. Norwegian Fjords cruise. 3. Discovering I just needed magnesium to fix all my physical & mental symptoms. 4. Leaving a job after 15 years and discovering the feeling of being fully present at home. 5. Finally having a night out with the bestie.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Enjoyed, 5⭐ Minute Cryptic - 31 December, 2025 "Hunted lost bear, sleep-deprived grizzly with an appetite" (8) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (13,873 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

I followed the instructions but I didn't really enjoy it. Minute Cryptic - 15 December, 2025 "Honey bear fails at beekeeping and misses start to hiving seasons altogether?" (3,4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 2 under the community par (10,250 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

It breaks my heart to say this but the time has come. I've been putting it off for months but I'm going to have to buy a Casio FX85. 😭

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

I am so annoyed that this took me so long with every bloody hint. It's so OBVIOUS. Great clue actually. Minute Cryptic - 8 December, 2025 "Went inside, texting "thanks xx"" (6) ⚪️⚪️⚪️🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏋 3 hints – 1 over the community par (50,430 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Maths people! This is on my daughter's homework. How many pairs of perpendicular lines are there in this image? I hate it. Now you have to see it too. Sorry if I ruined your Sunday. I still don't know what answer it expects after inputting 4 "incorrect" answers. Help appreciated 😂

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Pythagoras' theorem or Pythagoras's theorem. Discuss. Bring your own shield. #MathsToday

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a close up of a woman 's face with the words `` and so we shall go to war '' written on it .

ALT: a close up of a woman 's face with the words `` and so we shall go to war '' written on it .

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

I got a Liam clue!! Going to bed with pride 💥 Minute Cryptic - 5 December, 2025 "Clients cast non-speaking character in scene?" (6,1) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (10,653 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

I am as shocked as I would be if I touched a pylon made of cheese.

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Dammit, I had the right idea before the hint but baaeo wasn't a word 😂 Great clue. Minute Cryptic - 4 December, 2025 ""Baa, Baa, Black Sheep" karaoke practice progressing bit-by-bit" (5) ⚪️🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 1 hints – 1 under the community par (9,463 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Oh what a clue 👏👏👏 Minute Cryptic - 24 November, 2025 "Unlocking kindness, insight and humility, starts with reflection!?" (5) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 1 under the community par (12,078 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

I'm SO proud of myself getting this in under 30 seconds with no hints. Minute Cryptic - 11 November, 2025 "See outspoken farmers pouring heart out. They live off the land?" (9) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints – 3 under the community par (10,033 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Anand Menon @anandmenon.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Jesus Christ. We go mad about one bloke we wrongly released, yet hear next to nothing about this horror? www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

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More than 50 child asylum seekers still missing after disappearing from Kent care

Council data obtained by the Guardian shows 345 children have gone missing in recent years, many probably taken by traffickers

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Grammar doesn't work too well on this (would Airpod Pros work with a singular answer instead?) but did enjoy it. Minute Cryptic "Brunette’s first two AirPods Pro lost in hair, possibly?"(6) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 🏆 0 hints–2 under the community par (11,188 solvers so far). www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

What date is it though?

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

IT'S A MATHS ONE 🙌 Minute Cryptic - 17 September, 2025 "Every prime cut from homebred cattle?" (4) 🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣🟣 I scored: 2 under par www.minutecryptic.com?utm_source=s...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Martyn Oliver making it very clear on Radio 5 that Ofsted have not listened to teaching staff and their views are not considered one jot.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

If you don't enjoy hunting for conkers, or if you don't get excited about opening up a conker like it's giving birth, or you don't go into a little trance when you feel one that's got a really smooth flat edge...well, we can't be friends.

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Matt Woodfine @matttheapp.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

🚨 Maths Giveaway! 🚨 Win a set of manipulatives, including Multilink Cubes, Counters, Base Ten, Fractions bars, Algebra Tiles & a 100 Square Popper – perfect for a classroom using @HUEcameras or mathswhiteboard.com webcam viewers. 📚✨ Follow & RT to enter. Ends 30/9. @mathsjem.bsky.social #maths

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Back from the Norwegian Fjords. What a stunning place. Highly recommend if you're considering it.

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Next door has been empty for months (sold STC) and now their smoke alarm low battery warning has been beeping every 30 seconds since Saturday evening. ARRRRGGHHHHHH. (yes I've spoken to the estate/letting agent who promised they would come out today but obviously haven't...🙄)

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Someone improve this for me! I created a Minute Cryptic for you to solve: Argument sat quietly inside (4) Give it your best shot! www.minutecryptic.com/custom/8c773...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

Viaduct ✅ River ✅ Blue sky ✅

Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Thoroughly enjoying making these up! I created a Minute Cryptic for you to solve: Almost scare off male cleaner (9) Give it your best shot! www.minutecryptic.com/custom/8cf19...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Nice easy one, I think. Feels like even though I came up with it myself, it's probably been written many times before. I created a Minute Cryptic for you to solve: Mixer tap fitting (3) Give it your best shot! www.minutecryptic.com/custom/21cab...

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Emmathe37th @emmathe37th.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

My first attempt. Be nice 😂 I created a Minute Cryptic for you to solve: Some body sounds hesitant to fall in love madly. (6) Give it your best shot! www.minutecryptic.com/custom/24ea9...

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