Leading Primary Maths Podcast

Tom Manners, Steve Lomax and Liz Hopkins
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A monthly podcast supporting leaders of secondary maths to successfully navigate the academic year, looking at the challenges and considerations of what each calendar month brings. The hosts have over 90 years of combined experience working in maths education (Liz Hopkins, Steve Lomax and Tom Manners) www.leadingprimarymaths.co.uk Maths leadership Maths leader Primary maths

Episodes

  1. Aug 24

    September - the month that sets the tone

    As September rolls in, the atmosphere in schools shifts significantly. For primary maths leaders, this month is not only about settling back into routine but also about setting the tone for the entire academic year. In this episode, Liz, Steve and Tom explore how primary maths leaders can effectively engage their staff and create a conducive environment for learning and improvement. Key topics Establishing a shared vision for mathsEvaluating teaching and learning in SeptemberBuilding sustainability in school improvementUsing data to inform decisionsStrategies for engaging staff and students Chapters 00:16 Setting the Stage for September 03:13 The Role of Maths Leaders 06:16 Establishing a Vision for Maths 09:14 Creating a Shared Understanding 12:10 Evaluating Teaching and Learning 13:10 Strategies for Effective Teaching 18:16 Building Relationships and Trust 21:18 Judging Standards and Continuous Improvement 24:26 The Journey of Student Learning 30:31 Reflecting on Student Success and Curriculum Focus 34:07 Understanding the Lived Curriculum Experience 39:46 Transition Data and Sustainable Improvement 45:13 Evaluating Improvement Plans and Setting Priorities 51:42 Implementing Effective Strategies for Student Outcomes Resources referenced Can Do Maths - https://candomaths.com EEF School Improvement Guidance - https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/public/files/Publications/EEF_School_Improvement_Guidance.pdf

  2. Season 1 Trailer

    Introducing the podcast series and hosts

    Liz, Steve and Tom introduce the Leading Primary Maths Podcast series, who they are, the thinking behind the podcast and the three core challenges of maths leadership: judging standards, evaluating teaching and learning, and securing improvement. www.leadingprimarymaths.co.uk Key topics The importance of context in maths leadershipThe three mountains: judging standards, evaluating teaching, securing improvementThe role of professional learning and embedding practicesThe significance of understanding current standards before making judgmentsThe concept of navigating through the year with a clear structureThe value of celebrating success and understanding the 'why' behind actionsThe impact of school culture and curriculum on math outcomes Chapters 00:00 Introduction to primary maths leadership challenges 01:52 The importance of context and personal journey in leadership 04:01 The three mountains: judging standards, evaluating teaching, securing improvement 06:55 The role of professional learning and embedding practices 10:07 Structuring discussions around key leadership themes 12:55 The significance of celebrating success and understanding impact 16:02 The interconnectedness of school culture, curriculum, and teaching 19:00 The importance of honest judgment and continuous improvement 22:02 Sharing good practice and celebrating achievements 24:52 The journey of leadership and the importance of reflection

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A monthly podcast supporting leaders of secondary maths to successfully navigate the academic year, looking at the challenges and considerations of what each calendar month brings. The hosts have over 90 years of combined experience working in maths education (Liz Hopkins, Steve Lomax and Tom Manners) www.leadingprimarymaths.co.uk Maths leadership Maths leader Primary maths

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  • Creator
    Tom Manners, Steve Lomax and Liz Hopkins
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Tom Manners, Steve Lomax and Liz Hopkins