The Renaissance Space Podcast

Oct 14 2024
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The Renaissance Space Podcast is an opportunity to showcase all that global education has to offer. Each month we'll be uploading an episode focussing on a trending or hot topic within the education community. We'll be chatting to guests from all corners of the education sector. Who are we? Margaret Allen - Bringing with her a wealth of experience and an established educational professional network. As a former teacher, Margaret brings her own knowledge and understanding of how the education sector operates, specifically with EdTech and Primary Schools. Website: https://www.renlearn.co.uk/renaissance-space-podcast/

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Calculating the impact of Dyscalculia

Oct 14 2024 28 mins  
In this episode, we’re joined by Rob Jennings and Cat Eadle, co-founders of The Dyscalculia Network CIC, for an insightful conversation on supporting learners with Dyscalculia.Rob has over 15 years of experience in special education, with a focus on helping children overcome challenges with maths. Cat, a specialist teacher and co-author of the 'Succeed with Dyscalculia' workbooks

Turning the Pages - Weaving Space and a Place for Children

May 22 2024 28 mins  
Join us on Weaving a Space and a Place for Children as we sit down with Maxine Low, a visionary educator with 27 years of experience at the forefront of education. Maxine's journey from Nursery Nurse to Headteacher has been guided by two fundamental questions: What is the best way to learn, and consequently, what is the best way to teach?Throughout her career, Maxine has been a bea

Weaving a space and a place for children

May 07 2024 28 mins  
Join us on Weaving a Space and a Place for Children as we sit down with Maxine Low, a visionary educator with 27 years of experience at the forefront of education. Maxine's journey from Nursery Nurse to Headteacher has been guided by two fundamental questions: What is the best way to learn, and consequently, what is the best way to teach?Throughout her career, Maxine has been a bea

From Headteacher to CEO

Feb 08 2024 36 mins  
Cathy has spent all her career in primary teaching starting work in central London. Having taught in several culturally diverse schools, Cathy moved to West Sussex and in 1990 became headteacher at Edward Bryant School in Bognor Regis. She trained and worked as an Ofsted Inspector and lead Edward Bryant to attain an ‘outstanding’ rating in 2010. Cathy has also worked in other s

Can I read you my poem, Miss?

Dec 05 2023 22 mins  
Kay Tinsley is an English teacher and the Director of Teaching and Learning at TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust). Before joining TKAT she worked in a variety of different contexts, many deprived, to secure school improvement. Kay has over 27 years of experience in teaching and educational leadership and is currently researching for her PhD in Education at Sussex University, focused

The WISE approach: Going upstream to tackle the source of the problem with Natalie Fountain

Sep 29 2023 22 mins  
Join this conversation with Natalie Fountain, Regional Education Director for the WISE Academies Trust. This Multi-Academy Trust serves schools in the Northeast of England and comprises 13 primary schools, including one SEND primary school. Across the trust, there have been many great examples of rapid school improvement where senior leaders, staff, parents and local communities ha

Weaving a Narrative with Data: Meet James D'Souza

Sep 22 2023 20 mins  
As James D'Souza steps into his 20th year as an educator, his story takes on a new chapter richly embroidered with data. He holds the role of Lead Practitioner and serves as the Head of Psychology, with a history of leading Sixth Form education. He strongly believes in empowering fellow teachers to kindle and sustain their passion for profoundly impacting their students. We invite

Designing a consistent and engaging reading curriculum: Outwood Grange’s journey to success

Jul 16 2023 34 mins  
Join this conversation with Ben McGarry, Director of English for the OGAT primary academies, as he shares his experiences pitching and developing their trust-wide reading strategy and curriculum. This consistent approach across the academies allows them to pilot impactful and innovative activities which not only support student learning, but also build engagement in reading – and

The ABCs of trust leadership: Learners' Trust model for effective school improvement with Matt Freeston, CEO

Jul 12 2023 33 mins  
Join this conversation with Matt Freeston, CEO of the Learner’s Trust, as he discusses the development of their ABC model – Ambiguity, Barriers, Complexity – and how this underpins everything from curriculum, finance, people and resources. This session is a must attend for anyone looking for insights into trust leadership and for those looking to build sustainable structures

Are you really an English Teacher?

Jun 15 2023 31 mins  
Jeffrey Boakye is an author, broadcaster and educator with a particular interest in issues surrounding race, masculinity, education and popular culture. Jeffrey taught English to 11- to 18-year-olds for 15 years and now provides training for schools, universities and businesses on race, identity, masculinity and education. He is also Senior Teaching Fellow at the University of Manc