
How many times have you said to yourself, "If I were the Minister for Education…?" Well I do! Rather than grumble to myself, I decided to podcast my thoughts on ways I'd change the primary education system in Ireland. Every episode I'll take on a different theme, give some background and hopefully come to some conclusions by the end. simonmlewis.substack.com
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 283 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CoursesEducation | |||

In this episode of “If I were the Minister for Education”, I interview Gavin Doyle, a Dublin secondary teacher and founder of Examinaite, about AI and technology in education. Gavin describes his path from teaching and high-level basketball to softwa... more
In this episode of If I were the Minister for Education, I unpack the Department of Education’s primary school survey and the headline claim that 40% of parents in denominational primary schools would prefer their school to be multidenominational. I ... more
In this episode of If I Were the Minister for Education, I explore how behaviour support in Irish primary schools has shifted from corporal punishment to rewards and consequences, and now toward restorative practice, nurture spaces, and Collaborative... more
Deirdre O’Toole is one of Ireland’s best known educators. She started her well-known Instagram page in 2018 - the Playful Classroom, which explored early infant education - but had since become heavily involved in teaching and learning reading. She t... more
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Fantastic new series, with a fresh new approach. Keep em’ coming.!
A great resource for anyone who wants to learn more about what is really happening in education in Ireland.
Simon shares his knowledge on all areas of education from the ineptitude of the so called support bodies to fantastic inisghts into the latest technology that can assist you as a teacher.
Keep up the good work Simon!
Rory O'Sullivan
Walterstown NS
Cobh
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The show centers on revisiting Irish primary education policy, curriculum design, and school life through the lens of a practitioner-turned-pundit. Episodes frequently dissect national reforms, classroom realities, technology in education, and the politics shaping Irish schools, often featuring voices from academia, administration, and industry-led education initiatives. A few standout angles include critical takes on curriculum rollouts, debates around ethos and religious education, and practical guidance for principals navigating administration and governance. Listeners likely value informed critique, clear stances on policy, and real-world implications for teachers, school leaders, and education advocates. This program is notable for its... more
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