Best Kieran Mackle Podcasts (2025)

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Play Time: Neurodivergence, psychological safety and creativity in the classroom 50:10

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Iterative Lesson Design: A Practical Cycle for Teacher Growth with Stuart Welsh 29:31

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For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey! What You Reading For ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets for Challenge and Depth in Primary Mathematics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Greater Manchester) - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/alta-education-736761369…

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What We Asked. What We Learned: TDaPE in Term One 2025 54:47

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The Power of Maths Journaling with Dr Kirsten Fenton and Holly Drummond 33:36

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Mathematical Talk: The Heartbeat of Classroom Thinking (with Amy How) 35:41

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Teacher Writers with Andy McHugh 34:52

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Accessible by Default: In Action 43:57

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What the science of learning teaches us about arithmetic fluency with John Jackson 41:33

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The Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading 51:15

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Social Media Links: Doug · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglemov · X: @Doug_Lemov ; https://x.com/doug_lemov?lang=en · Blog: https://teachlikeachampion.org/blog/ Erica · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-woolway-44901130/ · X: https://x.com/ericawoolway?lang=en Colleen · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-driggs-09903…

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Curriculum Thinking: International Perspectives with Lucy Crehan 46:36

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Implementing the Writing Framework with Care and Balance 36:17

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Calm, Consistent, and Certain: Building Better Behaviour in Primary 56:27

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Accessible by Default: An Inclusive Teaching Discussion 1:12:03

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Reforming Lessons: Sir Nick Gibb on Evidence, Policy, and Change in Education 1:06:37

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The Illustrated Guide to Pedagogy with Fin Wilson and Jane Miller 52:06

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More Than Flags and Rainbows: Part Two – From Foundations to Implementation 41:36

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More Than Flags and Rainbows: Meaningful LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Schools with Ian Timbrell 47:38

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Inside the 2025 Writing Framework: Jane Considine on the Future of Writing Instruction 57:13

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Time for Reflection: Disciplinary literacy, supporting new literacy leads and the role of coaching in the school-improvement eco-system 40:18

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A Language Pedagogy Deep Dive: Teaching Welsh in English-Medium Schools 53:58

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From Maths Anxiety to Maths Advocacy: Leading Sustainable Change in Schools 49:21

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In Episode 233 of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, Kieran Mackle is joined by Jon Cripwell, Primary Maths National Education Lead at Twinkl and long-time collaborator with the NCETM. Together they explore Jon’s unconventional path into teaching, how struggling with maths led him to become a passionate advocate for the subject, and the vital…

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Conceptual Clarity: A Conversation with Pete Mattock 47:02

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Episode 232: For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey! What You Reading For ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click for tickets to TDaPE Conference Cymru ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-thinking-deeply-about-primary-education-conference-tickets-1295761139449 For curri…

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Curriculum Coherence or Curricular Chaos? 35:11

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Episode 231: For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Hey! What You Reading For ⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click for tickets to TDaPE Conference Cymru ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-thinking-deeply-about-primary-education-conference-tickets-1295761139449 Contact us he…

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From the Classroom to Leadership: Building Cultures that Thrive 32:22

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Episode 230: For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠Hey! What You Reading For ⁠⁠⁠newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe ⁠⁠⁠Click for tickets to TDaPE Conference Cymru ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-thinking-deeply-about-primary-education-conference-tickets-1295761139449 In this episode o…

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Beyond Sentence Stems: Deep Scaffolding for Inclusive Literacy 51:32

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Episode 229: For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the ⁠⁠Hey! What You Reading For ⁠⁠newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe ⁠⁠Click for tickets to TDaPE Conference Cymru ⁠⁠ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-thinking-deeply-about-primary-education-conference-tickets-1295761139449 In this instalment of…

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Three Lessons Learned from Three Years in Deputy Headship 47:53

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Episode 228: Three Lessons Learned from Three Years in Deputy Headship For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the ⁠Hey! What You Reading For ⁠newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe ⁠Click for tickets to TDaPE Conference Cymru ⁠ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-thinking-deeply-about-primary-education-…

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Lessons learned from a classroom sabbatical with Lisa Coe 9:45

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Archive 011+2: In this archive edition of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, primary mathematics expert, Lisa Coe returns to share the lessons she learned by taking a break from the classroom to work for a company supporting schools and teachers with their mathematics professional development. Whether you’re new to teaching or a seasoned prof…

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Thinking Deeply about Conceptual Understanding 39:50

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Episode 227: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I’m joined by mathematics educator and doctoral researcher Will Mcloughlin to explore the complex and vital theme of conceptual understanding in mathematics education. Drawing on his teaching experience in the UAE and his academic research into how conceptual understanding dev…

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School-wide maths improvement with Lisa Coe 7:30

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Archive 012: In this archive edition of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, primary mathematics expert, Lisa Coe returns to share her thoughts on implementing change on a school-wide level. Whether you’re new to teaching or a seasoned professional, this conversation offers a gateway into the kind of thinking that shapes high-quality classroom …

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Literacy Leadership, Testing and Disciplinary Reading with Chris Such 31:36

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In this special episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, Chris Such returns to tackle three brilliant questions from our listeners, exploring the intersection of pedagogy, leadership, and literacy development. Drawing on years of research and classroom experience, we dive into some of the most commonly debated areas of primary practice: …

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The One Paper Every Primary Teacher Should Read – with Lloyd Williams-Jones 11:19

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Archive Episode 011: In this archive edition of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, expert leader and education research enjoyer, Lloyd Williams-Jones returns to share the research paper he believes every primary teacher should read. More than just a recommendation, Lloyd breaks down why this paper matters, how it connects to everyday classroo…

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From Planning to Practice: Mastering Professional Development Design 30:26

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Episode 225: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I’m joined by Stuart Welsh to explore what it takes to design effective professional development sessions that truly make an impact. We discuss the thought processes behind planning professional development episodes, the models that can scaffold effective session design, commo…

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Driving School-Wide Change with Lloyd Williams-Jones 12:02

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Archive 010: In this archive episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, we revisit a powerful response to a question about school-wide change with education leader Lloyd Williams-Jones. Lloyd explores exactly what it means - and takes - to successfully instigate and sustain meaningful change across an entire school community. Drawing from …

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Standing Room Only – Deconstructing Word Problems by Gareth Metcalfe 29:55

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Episode 224: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, we bring you a special "Standing Room Only" session led by Gareth Metcalfe. Following last week's discussion, Gareth returns to walk us through the thinking and practicalities behind his project Deconstructing Word Problems. In this CPD-style talk, Gareth shares: The rationale behi…

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Deconstructing Word Problems with Gareth Metcalfe 39:51

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Episode 223: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I’m joined by Gareth Metcalfe and Elliot Morgan to explore the ideas behind Gareth's latest project: Deconstructing Word Problems. After three years of development and classroom testing, Gareth shares the thinking and pedagogy that underpin his approach to designing word probl…

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Teaching Through Comparison: What Works and When? 1:00:10

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This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, Emma Lindley-Thompson and John Jackson dive into a landmark study by Bethany Rittle-Johnson and Jon Star: Does comparing solution methods facilitate conceptual and procedural knowledge? We explore: The premise of the study and how the researchers tested their hypothesis through equation-solving …

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Writing First, Assessment Second: A Conversation with Chris Youles 44:53

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Episode 221: Writing First, Assessment Second – A Conversation with Chris Youles This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I’m joined by Chris Youles for a timely conversation about writing assessment—why it often feels so difficult, how we’ve arrived at this point, and what we can do to realign assessment with the true purpose of teach…

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From Coaching to Confidence: The Power of Whole-Staff Rehearsal 52:29

8M ago52:29

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Episode 220: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I’m joined by Alex Gingell to explore the power of whole-staff rehearsal in teacher development and coaching. Drawing on his personal experience of professional development, Alex outlines why this approach holds such promise for schools looking to build consistency, confidence, and …

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What do schools who provide a stellar religious education offering do so well? 16:01

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From the Archives 009: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education we're diving into the archives to retrieve some of the most inspirational responses to questions posed over the last few years. This week, Adam Smith shares his thoughts on the features of a high-quality religious education offering in schools. Enjoy this episode? Let…

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What's in Store at TDaPE Manchester 2025? 32:01

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Episode 219: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, Anna Hackett and I dive into what’s in store at the upcoming TDaPE Manchester Conference on Saturday, 29th March 2025. We explore the talks, themes, and workshops that will bring together educators passionate about primary education, with practical insights to enhance teaching and l…

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Ausubel's concept hierarchy explained 4:31

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From the Archives 008: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education we're diving into the archives to retrieve some of the most inspirational responses to questions posed over the last few years. This week, Sarah Cottinghatt shares her thoughts on the way David Ausubel structures his hierarchy of concepts and what this means for teach…

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Sustaining School Improvement – Leadership, Culture, and Change with Adam Lowing & Stuart Welsh 39:57

8M ago39:57

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TDaPE Manchester Tickets Episode 218: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, Stuart Welsh is joined by Adam Lowing to explore sustained school improvement—what it takes to make meaningful changes that last. Drawing on extensive experience working with schools at different stages of their improvement journey, Adam shares insights into…

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What are some high-impact, low-effort ways to improve mathematics across a school? 11:59

8M ago11:59

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Unseen Question 003: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education we're diving into an unseen question from our listeners. This week, Stuart Welsh gives his thoughts on ways to develop a mathematics teaching across a school. ⁠TDaPE Mathematics Playlist⁠ (Over 22 hours of mathematics focused episodes) Enjoy this episode? Let us know in…

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Concreteness Fading: Bridging Procedural and Conceptual Understanding 1:12:03

9M ago1:12:03

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Episode 217: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, John Jackson and Emma Lindley-Thompson from Ambition Institute return to explore the next extract from their expert edit—this time, focusing on concreteness fading and its role in mathematics teaching. We discuss: The relationship between procedural knowledge and conceptual understa…

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How can schools embed a consistent, research-informed approach to mathematics teaching? 8:43

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Unseen Question 002: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education we're diving into an unseen question from our listeners. This week, Stuart Welsh gives his thoughts on ways to develop a consistent, research-informed approach to mathematics teaching. TDaPE Mathematics Playlist (Over 22 hours of mathematics focused episodes) Enjoy this…

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Disciplinary Literacy: Unlocking Deeper Learning with Juli Ryzop 46:13

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Episode 216: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I’m joined by Juli Ryzop and Elliot Morgan to explore disciplinary literacy—what it means, why it matters, and how it can transform learning across subjects. Understanding how literacy functions within different disciplines helps students access, engage with, and critically interpre…

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How can I incorporate retrieval effectively in maths lessons without causing unnecessary cognitive overload? 9:52

9M ago9:52

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Unseen Question 001: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education we're diving into an unseen question from our listeners. This week, Stuart Welsh gives his thoughts on ways to incorporate retrieval practice into lessons without contributing to cognitive overload. TDaPE: Retrieval Practice Playlist (Over 11 hours of retrieval adjacent…

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The Future of School Inspection: Still Analysing Ofsted's Proposed Reforms 50:37

9M ago50:37

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Episode 215: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, we continue our discussion on Ofsted’s reform proposals with Shannen Doherty and Louise McLaughlin. In this second part, we explore the next three points in the proposal, looking at how changes to inspection methodology, full and monitoring inspections, and accountability for state-…

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Improving reading across a whole school 14:26

9M ago14:26

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From the Archives 007: In this episode of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education we're diving into the archives to retrieve some of the most inspirational responses to questions posed over the last few years. This week, Lloyd Williams-Jones explores how he took the ideas of Christopher Such to improve reading across his school. Enjoy this episode?…

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The Future of School Inspection: Analysing Ofsted’s Proposed Reforms 46:48

9M ago46:48

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Episode 214: This week onThinking Deeply about Primary Education, I’m joined by Shannen Doherty and Louise McLaughlin to discuss the first two points in Ofsted’s reform proposal - Report Cards and Inspection Toolkits. We take a deep dive into the potential benefits, the likely impact on schools, and the unintended consequences that could arise from…