The Primary Maths Podcast · Jon Cripwell

Primary Maths CPD That Works! Collaborative Planning with Lewis Horsley

·1 hr 15 min·5 clips

John and Becky discuss the realities of teaching maths with just one day in class and preparing EYFS courses.

This episode focuses on effective professional development for primary maths teachers, featuring host Becky Brown and guest Lewis Horsley. Horsley is a Year 2 teacher, a Teaching for Mastery Specialist with the East Midlands West Maths Hub, and a leader in teacher training. The conversation centers on practical strategies for collaborative planning and subject leadership. Becky Brown shares her recent experience returning to the classroom for a single day, noting the time constraints teachers face. Host John Cripwell mentions developing a new professional development course focused on Early Years Foundation Stage maths. Lewis Horsley discusses his multifaceted role, which includes teaching students and leading the MPQLPM initiative. The episode explores the specific challenges of implementing meaningful maths professional development within schools. A key topic is identifying what constitutes genuinely effective continuing professional development for maths educators. The discussion advocates for collaborative planning sessions as a core mechanism for teacher improvement. Horsley provides insights from his direct experience as a classroom teacher and a mastery specialist. The hosts examine how subject leaders can foster a culture of shared practice and reflection among staff. One insight is that isolated training days often fail to create sustained change in teaching practice. The episode suggests embedding professional development within the regular school week is more impactful. Horsley's perspective is valued because he balances leadership responsibilities with daily classroom teaching. The conversation implies that teachers learn best from each other through structured collaboration. The tone is conversational and practical, grounded in the hosts' and guest's direct classroom experiences. The style is educational and advisory, offering tangible ideas for school leaders and teachers. Primary maths subject leaders and classroom teachers seeking actionable professional development models would find this episode valuable. Listeners looking for theoretical discussions or debates on educational policy might find it too focused on day-to-day practice.

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