Slow plodders, February lightbulbs, and more. Joining us once again, all the way from the ‘dot in the Atlantic’ is Crenstant Williams, to chat about those who may struggle at times in maths. What tools have been impactful for these learners? Does practicing a bit of lower-year work help build a foundation? Plus, hear about the parents that want to learn like this as well!

Micro cultures, Honest pupils, and more. Two thirds of our team are here, Adam and Robin discuss the value of open days and share observations they have from recent school visits. What do both visitors and hosts get out of the experience? Plus, Adam shares the importance of senior leadership teams spreading an ethos of constant learning.

Critical thinking opportunities, Reasoning struggles, and more. This week, Robin and Adam discuss the integration of AI in education, focusing on its limitations, particularly in reasoning and mathematics. How can we embrace AI in the classroom? Do educators need to be more prepared as AI evolves? Plus, Adam discusses how educators can leverage AI's mistakes as teaching moments…

Jargon vocab, Terry Tao, and more. The crew this week discuss whether adding more content can lead to less understanding. Does excessive vocabulary and memorisation practice effect students' understanding of key concepts? Is it just wasted time? Plus, what impact does getting the vocab tests correct or wrong actually do to students?

Warts and all, Opinionated kids, and more. In this episode of the School of School podcast, hosts Andy, Robin, and Adam discuss their recent school visits and the insights gained from observing students and teachers. What’s it like being a fly on the wall? Does engaging with students who struggle provide valuable insights? Plus, talk of how the environment of a classroom can significantly impact learning.

Children teachers, SEN advice, and more. Craig Robinson is back again, this time joined by Gill MacDonald to share their insights from teaching using Maths — No Problem! Are they now better equipped to help struggling learners? How can teachers teaching less be a good thing? Plus, Gill was ‘the most reluctant teacher’ when it came to changing their maths programme, find out how things have changed since then.

Training investments, Concrete in Year 6, and more. This week we have Matt Bland, Assistant Head and Specialist Education Leader at Our Lady’s Bishop Eton Primary School join us. We’re discussing his school and their ten-plus year journey with maths mastery. Just how impactful has CPD been on practitioners? Plus, girls previously weren’t interested in taking maths at A-Level, but are they now?

Small steps, Different interpretations, and more. We’ve got Sana Malik, Assistant Headteacher and Local Leader of Maths (new role since recording) at St Mary’s in Moss Side, Manchester with us to talk about mastery. Is it dangerous that people have different definitions of the word? Plus, chat about how to be successful in following a mastery approach — what elements do you need in place to succeed?