The Dynamic Deputies Podcast

Headteacher Sonia Thompson joins us to unpick the disadvantage issue. We explore the reasons for the stubborn 'PP/Non-PP' gap, the vital role of developing strong literacy skills for pupils, and the importance of working collaboratively with your school community. An inspiring listen.

In September 2021 a new Early Career Framework comes into place. In this episode we're joined by Nicola Podd and Sophie Morgan-Williams from Ambition Institute, who guide us through the changes and what schools need to get in place. An important listen for school leaders, mentors, tutors and ECTs themselves!

In the episode we mention Ambition Institute's Instructional Coaching guide, which you can find here: https://bit.ly/3kk3nml

Andrew Percival is a Deputy Headteacher who is extremely passionate about effective curriculum design. Listen to him reflect on his own curriculum journey, as well as sharing insights about his school's teaching of Latin and their Whole-Class Feedback policy.

Award-winning writer, broadcaster and TED speaker Carl Honoré is the voice of the global 'Slow Movement'. In this episode we pause to reflect on how different the world of education could be if we focused on giving our relationships the time they deserve. We also examine the idea of doing fewer things in greater depth and how this could make school such a richer experience for young people.

What does it mean to teach like a physio? Class teacher, Jane Clapp, used to be a physiotherapist. In this episode we reflect on the parallels between her past and present careers. A fascinating interview with a passionate and inspiring teacher.

Mary Myatt says we should be spending more time on the stuff that really matters, and be ruthless in cutting out the stuff that has no impact. This is an episode that is sure to resonate, whatever stage of your career.

Daisy Christodoulou joins us to talk through Comparative Judgement - a different way of assessing Writing than is perhaps conventional in most schools. Full of helpful insights about the need for more reliable and useful writing assessment information.

John Walker (director of Sounds-Write) joins us to answer some big questions about the 'why' and 'how' of teaching phonics. Whatever your level of experience, you're bound to learn a huge amount from John's incredible expertise in this area.

What is mathematical reasoning? Why is it important? What are the common barriers for children and how do we overcome them? We're joined by the wonderful Gareth Metcalfe (www.iseemaths.com) to explore all these questions, and more.

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