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The Primary Maths Podcast

Jon Cripwell
Primary Education
Mathematics Education
Maths Education
Key Stage 2 To Key Stage 3 Transition
Teaching Strategies
Curriculum Development
Maths Anxiety
Mixed-Age Teaching
Small Schools
Billion
Time Teaching
Secondary Education
Metacognition
Math Fluency
Education
Grand Tour
School Summer Holidays
Maths Leadership
Professional Development
Mindful Maths

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 week’s Aftermaths, Jon and Becky unpack a festive mix of maths chat, listener questions, curriculum reflections and some unexpectedly delightful Spotify Wrapped stats.

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In today’s episode, Jon speaks to Patrick Renouf, an international maths educator whose journey is unlike almost any other. As a child, Patrick experienced what he later recognised as maths trauma — a mix of high-stakes testing, procedural teaching, ... more

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In this week’s Aftermaths, Jon and Becky dive into the wonderfully frustrating world of mathematical misuses in everyday life, inspired by a brilliant email from listener Sam Asplund, a Year 4 teacher and maths lead from Ketten Primary School.

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In this episode, Jon is joined by the brilliant Rob Eastaway, whose books, puzzles and radio appearances have helped hundreds of thousands of people see the beauty in everyday maths. They explore how curiosity drives mathematical thinking, why writte... more

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In this week’s AfterMaths episode, Jon and Becky reunite (voice fully restored!) and unpack a packed agenda: a bit of history, a lot of maths, and some classic year-group trauma.

Jon kicks things off with a brilliant history of maths segment — the ... more

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In this episode, Jon sits down with Phil Herd -, maths specialist, and long-time champion of teaching for understanding - to unpick what problem solving really means in primary maths, and why it remains one of the most misunderstood strands of our cu... more

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In this Aftermaths episode, Jon is joined once again by Sally Cole (standing in heroically for Becky!) for a wide-ranging Friday debrief. Together they unpack a huge week in maths education, from the launch of the brand-new Twinkl Maths app on iOS to... more

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In this episode, Jon is joined by maths advisor, Primary Mastery Specialist and author John Bee, whose new book Teaching Maths for Mastery: Practical Strategies for Primary Schools digs deep into what great maths teaching really looks like.

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Recent Guests

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
Holly Drummond
Educator involved in maths education and pedagogical approaches in the classroom
Episode: Making Thinking Visible: How Maths Journalling Builds Confident Learners With Kirsten Fenton & Holly Drummond
Leonie Briggs
A passionate advocate for making STEM accessible, creative, and hands-on.
AmazeLab
Episode: Exploding Rainbows - Connecting Science and Maths with Leonie Briggs
Tom Isherwood
Trust's lead practitioner for maths with 20 years in primary education.
Flying High Trust
Episode: From Trust-Wide Leadership to Classroom Lesson Design with Tom Isherwood

Hosts

Jon Cripwell
Host and main presenter focusing on primary maths education, interviewing experts from the educational field to explore practical teaching strategies and insights into mathematics education.
Becky Brown
Co-host accompanying Jon Cripwell, engaging in discussions that debrief on primary maths education and presenting practical insights for teachers.

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How to See Maths Everywhere - Rob Eastaway’s Guide for Teachers
Q: What are you hoping students will take away from the Maths Inspiration shows?
Rob aims to encourage students to see the joy in maths and consider pursuing mathematical subjects beyond exams.
How to See Maths Everywhere - Rob Eastaway’s Guide for Teachers
Q: How did you find maths at school? Was it a subject that you enjoyed?
Rob enjoyed maths from early on, particularly arithmetic and puzzles, although he didn't always see himself as a mathematician.
The Hidden Logic Behind Great Maths Tasks with John Bee
Q: Could you introduce the idea of variation theory?
Variation theory distinguishes between conceptual and procedural variations, emphasizing careful sequences of questioning that foster understanding without overwhelming students.
The Hidden Logic Behind Great Maths Tasks with John Bee
Q: What was maths like at school for you?
John reflects that he doesn't have strong memories of being taught maths in a meaningful way, despite being told he was good at it.
Aftermaths: 6, 7, Pi and AI
Q: What are we talking about this week then, Jon?
We're going to be digging into the 6-7 meme and its origins, and discuss its relevance in teaching mathematics.

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This informative podcast consistently explores the complexities of teaching primary mathematics, emphasizing both theoretical concepts and practical strategies. Through insightful conversations with educators and experts, key topics such as maths anxiety, task design, curriculum development, and problem-solving strategies are thoroughly examined. Additionally, the hosts incorporate a lighter segment, Aftermaths, that offers listeners actionable takeaways while humorously reflecting on educational insights from the week. Unique elements of the podcast include its focus on 'The Maths of Life,' where mathematics is connected to everyday experiences, making it relatable to a broader audience. This makes it particularly engaging for both educato... more

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2. Phil Herd
3. John Bee
4. Cate Fearn
5. Simon Bond
6. Dr. Kirsten Fenton
7. Holly Drummond
8. Leonie Briggs

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