In this episode, we’re joined by Tom Moseley, Associate Assistant Headteacher and Head of the Innovation Faculty at Fortis Academy, to talk all things digital strategies in the classroom. We dive into real-world implementation, what’s working well, and the challenges children face in an increasingly digital world.

Huge thanks to Tom for tackling every question we threw at him like a true champ!

Join us as we speak with Dame Chi Onwurah, Member of Parliament for Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West and Chair of the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee.
In this conversation, Chi shares her journey from engineering to becoming a Member of Parliament, discussing the challenges of representation in STEM fields, the impact of gendered toys on children's interests, and the socioeconomic barriers that limit access to STEM education. She emphasises the importance of community and government support in creating opportunities for all children to pursue careers in STEM, highlighting the need for diverse role models and inclusive practices.

Join us as we speak with Dr Jennifer Shearman, Chief Learning Officer for MEI, a maths charity that works to improve math education in England. We discuss the difference between equity and equality, ways to overcome barriers for underrepresented groups in STEM, and even crack a couple of dinosaur jokes.

In this episode, we speak with Jayne Quoiani, Head of STEM at the University of Edinburgh’s Centre for Open Learning. We explore messy learning and the power of making mistakes. Jayne also discusses her work with the IVVN African Outreach Programme, which trains women scientists in veterinary vaccinology across Africa and provides a mobile laboratory in a suitcase to run schools outreach workshops, inspiring the next generation of scientists.

Join us as we speak with Caroline Hamilton, Collins Maths textbook author, Co-Founder of Rethink Maths, and Women in Education BESA 2024 winner about supporting women in STEM careers and encouraging girls in STEM education, with a focus on the theme of 'balance'.