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The Primary Maths Podcast

Jon Cripwell
Mathematics Education
Primary Education
Maths Education
Teaching Strategies
Curriculum Development
Education
Problem Solving
Teaching Methods
The Traitors
Math Anxiety
Maths Journaling
Division
Professional Development
Financial Education
Twinkl Maths App
Key Stage 2 To Key Stage 3 Transition
Twinkl
Early Years Foundation Stage
Math Misconceptions
Christmas

The Primary Maths Podcast is a year-round maths podcast for teachers, leaders and anyone interested in how children learn mathematics. Every Tuesday, join me, Jon Cripwell, for an in-depth interview with an expert voice from across education - teachers, leaders, researchers, authors and thinkers - as we explore what really works in primary maths. We dive into the big ideas shaping maths education,... more

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In this episode of The Primary Maths Podcast, Jon and Becky reflect on the realities of summer term: heatwaves, report writing, and the heroic act of trying to teach when everyone is melting.

They then turn to problem solving in primary maths, askin... more

In this aftermaths episode of The Primary Maths Podcast, Jon and Becky take a look back at this year’s KS2 maths SATs papers and ask what teachers and maths leads might learn from them.

They discuss why the tests should be seen as end-of-key-stage a... more

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In this lighter half-term Aftermaths episode, Jon and Becky take a wander through some of the unexpected maths hiding in everyday life.

First up: Samba the escaped capybara, who, at the time of recording, was still causing confusion somewhere near H... more

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In this Aftermaths episode of The Primary Maths Podcast, Jon and Becky chat about the strange, busy, slightly chaotic stretch of the school year just before half term, from transition days and sports events to staffing conversations and year group ch... more

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Emma Lockhart
Head of Maths at Mill Hill School
Mill Hill School
Episode: How Maths Lessons Can Lose Confident Learners - with Emma Lockhart
Michael Gardner
Educator with over 13 years of teaching experience across primary education
Maritime Academy Trust
Episode: Making Thinking Visible: Oracy at Every Stage of a Maths Lesson with Mike Gardner
Patrick Renouf
Maths teacher and advocate for effective teaching practices.
Episode: Ep 37: Rebuilding Teacher Confidence in Maths - Insights from Patrick Renouf
Rob Eastaway
A UK maths communicator, author, and educator
Maths Inspiration
Episode: How to See Maths Everywhere - Rob Eastaway’s Guide for Teachers
Phil Herd
A primary mastery specialist with extensive teaching experience, currently working across the Transform Trust.
Transform Trust
Episode: From Stuck to Successful: Building Problem-Solving Classrooms with Phil Herd
John Bee
Maths advisor for a large multi academy trust and author of 'Teaching Maths for Mastery'
Episode: The Hidden Logic Behind Great Maths Tasks with John Bee
Cate Fearn
Primary teacher, educator, and creator of Table Stick
Episode: Why Times Tables Still Matter and How to Teach Them Better with Cate Fearn
Simon Bond
National Education Lead for AI at Twinkl
Twinkl
Episode: Fractions, Feedback and the Future: What AI Means for Primary Teachers
Dr. Kirsten Fenton
Educator with a passion for teaching maths and facilitating children's learning through journaling
Episode: Making Thinking Visible: How Maths Journalling Builds Confident Learners With Kirsten Fenton & Holly Drummond

Hosts

Jon Cripwell
Host of the primary maths-focused show, with deep involvement in curriculum and pedagogy discussions for primary mathematics.
Becky Brown
Co-host focusing on practical classroom insights and Aftermaths debriefs, helping translate theory into actionable steps.

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AfterMaths: Resolutions, Routines & Reality in the Classroom
Q: What do you think another key area for teachers might be in terms of New Year's resolutions?
Work-life balance is a key area, with teachers aiming to set clear boundaries and leave school earlier.
AfterMaths: Resolutions, Routines & Reality in the Classroom
Q: Which demographic in terms of age do you think are more likely to set New Year's resolutions?
Becky guessed the 28 to 40 range, but it was actually Gen Z (18 to 28) that was more likely to set resolutions this year.
AfterMaths: Resolutions, Routines & Reality in the Classroom
Q: Have you made any New Year's resolutions this year?
Becky didn't make any specific resolutions this year, but noted the usual attempt to get back into a healthy routine.
What Year 6 Teachers Should (and Shouldn’t) Be Doing for SATs Right Now
Q: What advice would you give to a less experienced Year 6 teacher?
Get familiar with the SATs papers yourself, and consider the frequency of practice tests so they're effective rather than overwhelming.
What Year 6 Teachers Should (and Shouldn’t) Be Doing for SATs Right Now
Q: What would be your main priorities for preparing for those all-important tests?
Continuing to teach the Year 6 curriculum and providing focused lessons on the areas that will be relevant for the tests.

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The show centers on primary mathematics education, pairing in-depth interviews with education experts, researchers, and practitioners with practical, classroom-focused takeaways. Episodes cover teaching strategies, curriculum decisions, maths anxiety, oracy in math, task design, and real-world classroom experiences, often weaving in personal stories and actionable tips for teachers and leaders. A recurring Aftermaths segment provides concise reflections and implementable classroom insights. A standout quality is its clear focus on bridging theory and practice for primary maths, with guests who bring both research-informed perspectives and frontline teaching experience. For potential listeners, the podcast offers approachable yet evidence-in... more

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2. Michael Gardner
3. Patrick Renouf
4. Rob Eastaway
5. Phil Herd
6. John Bee
7. Cate Fearn
8. Simon Bond

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