Kieran Mackle

Thinking Deeply about Primary Education

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Welcome to Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, the podcast that gives you a peek inside the minds of some truly inspirational primary teachers. Whether you're new to the profession or a school leader with tons of experience this podcast is a must listen. For references, links and extended cut video episodes head over to www.thinkingdeeply.info

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Kieran Mackle

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What We Asked. What We Learned: TDaPE in Term One 2025 25.10.2025 54:47

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The Power of Maths Journaling with Dr Kirsten Fenton and Holly Drummond 18.10.2025 33:36

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Mathematical Talk: The Heartbeat of Classroom Thinking (with Amy How) 11.10.2025 35:41

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Teacher Writers with Andy McHugh 04.10.2025 34:52

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Accessible by Default: In Action 29.09.2025 43:57

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What the science of learning teaches us about arithmetic fluency with John Jackson 20.09.2025 41:33

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The Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading 13.09.2025 51:15

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Curriculum Thinking: International Perspectives with Lucy Crehan 06.09.2025 46:36

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Implementing the Writing Framework with Care and Balance 30.08.2025 36:17

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Calm, Consistent, and Certain: Building Better Behaviour in Primary 23.08.2025 56:27

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Accessible by Default: An Inclusive Teaching Discussion 16.08.2025 1:12:03

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Reforming Lessons: Sir Nick Gibb on Evidence, Policy, and Change in Education 09.08.2025 1:06:37

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The Illustrated Guide to Pedagogy with Fin Wilson and Jane Miller 02.08.2025 52:06

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More Than Flags and Rainbows: Part Two – From Foundations to Implementation 26.07.2025 41:36

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More Than Flags and Rainbows: Meaningful LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Schools with Ian Timbrell 19.07.2025 47:38

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Inside the 2025 Writing Framework: Jane Considine on the Future of Writing Instruction 12.07.2025 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 05.07.2025 40:18

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A Language Pedagogy Deep Dive: Teaching Welsh in English-Medium Schools 28.06.2025 53:58

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From Maths Anxiety to Maths Advocacy: Leading Sustainable Change in Schools 21.06.2025 49:21

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 role of empathy in subject leadership. The conve...

Conceptual Clarity: A Conversation with Pete Mattock 14.06.2025 47:02

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Curriculum Coherence or Curricular Chaos? 07.06.2025 35:11

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 here or via support@alta-education.com In this epis...

From the Classroom to Leadership: Building Cultures that Thrive 31.05.2025 32:22

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 of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education , Stuar...

Beyond Sentence Stems: Deep Scaffolding for Inclusive Literacy 24.05.2025 51:32

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Three Lessons Learned from Three Years in Deputy Headship 17.05.2025 47:53

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-conference-tickets-1295761139449 In this episode...

Lessons learned from a classroom sabbatical with Lisa Coe 14.05.2025 9:45

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 professional, this conversation offers a gateway into...