Things are getting political this week! Our trio are talking how politics effects education. Is Education too often used as a tool for political gain? Is it too challenging to separate education from those political agendas? Plus, the crew set themselves some homework!

Sometimes you’ve just gotta hit reset! We’re discussing travel time and reflective time this week. What do new perspectives bring us? Do we forget too often about getting that fresh air for thinking time? Plus, the crew share how the best ideas come to them when on the move.

Fluffy activities, Bare feet, and more. Our hosts are discussing the importance of these three subjects and are wondering if we need to focus on promoting more joy for children. Why do people have visceral feelings towards creative subjects? What other learning experiences and life lessons can happen whilst learning these subjects? Find out!

This week, our gang explore the significance of curriculum in education, exploring that while curriculum is important, the effectiveness of teaching and systemic factors play a more crucial role in student outcomes. Plus, Andy shares that successful schools can thrive regardless of curriculum changes.

Matt Ashby joins us this week to share some of the successes him and his school, Aragon Primary, have had using Maths — No Problem! for near enough a decade. The national average of pupils attaining expected level is 73%. Are you ready to hear Aragon’s score? Clue — it’s phenomenal! Matt also shares his person turning point using the programme, as well as how his school collaborate as a team to teach effectively.

Rabbit holes, Continual learning, and more. We’re discussing the impact and importance of professional learning communities this week. Should it be mandatory that teachers are involved in these communities? Who is there to help improve your practice if it’s just you and the children all the time? Plus, Andy shares the importance of making the teachers experience being learners.

Desk tidying, Day-reflecting, and more. Looking for quick teaching tips to help your practice? Our trio share some practical tips that may help make life easier in the classroom. From adopting an observer’s mindset to helpful lesson-starters to make things flow quicker, we’ve got you!

Ross Deans joins our usuals to discuss the transformative journey Muscliff have been on, teaching mathematics through the Maths — No Problem! approach. How important is it for pupils to foster a love for maths? Does maths even feel like maths for the pupils with the amount of problem solving and fun they have? Plus, the crew discuss the importance of conceptual understanding, creativity in learning, and the shift from traditional methods to a mastery-based approach.