In this episode, we talk to Curriculum Director, Melanie Moore, to debunk five recurring myths about the primary inspection process. Issues discussed include curriculum planning, curriculum models, lesson observations, and the triangulation of evidence, data, and assessment. For further information or to read about all the issues addressed in this episode, download Ofsted's School inspection handbook below. Useful links Ofsted's School inspection handbook What to expect from Ofsted’s subject ‘deep dives' – Blog Our experience under Ofsted’s new inspection framework using Corner ..read more

In this episode, we talk to Simon Hickton, former primary headteacher and founder of Cornerstones Education, all about Assessment Maestro. Listen to how this revolutionary platform supports teaching and learning of all subjects and areas of learning from the classroom up. Assessment can be fully integrated into your curriculum. Useful links Assessment Maestro information The future of assessment in primary schools Measuring progress at primary school – where to next ..read more

In this episode, we talk to Curriculum Manager Catherine Scutt and Commercial Marketing Manager Dale French about what makes a good primary school resource. Catherine and Dale oversee the production of all resources at Cornerstones Education, so they are well placed to explore the importance of research, writing, images and design when making resources. They also discuss the problems that arise when these elements don't all come together. Catherine and Dale provide a range of valuable hints and tips for teachers and explore some of their favourite resources, which are also available to downloa ..read more

We talk to Simon Antwis from Steer Education (former headteacher and schools inspector) about how technology can help find those children in school suffering from mental health and offer support. We look at how technology has helped transform schools' data unity and pastoral care. We also touch on the struggles of children who hide their feelings by 'gaming the system' and how to reach them, with why girls' mental health is of particular concern. And finally, what teachers can do about the growing divide between girls' and boys' social and emotional well-being. "We want to reverse this awful d ..read more

In this episode, curriculum developers Amy McCaw and Sara Bruce discuss how to achieve ambitious levels of literacy across the curriculum through using quality texts and scrutinising the school environment and ethos. Useful links Reading framework: Teaching the foundation of literacy Curriculum 22 overview FREE English pack downloads FREE Novel and book study downloads ..read more

In this episode, Curriculum Support Manager, Rachael Ashforth, discusses the benefits of adopting a commercial curriculum and adapting it to meet a school's needs. Useful links School inspection handbook – GOV UK How to design your curriculum (6 Steps of Curriculum Design) How to design, plan and teach an ambitious primary curriculum ..read more

In this episode, Simon Hickton, CEO of Cornerstones Education, shares valuable knowledge and information about a new dawn of assessment practice. Packed with tips, advice and knowledeable chat, this episode is just 15 minutes short so you can fit it in to your busy day. Useful links 6 Questions for leaders about Assessment – Nick Hart Inside the black box – Dylan William ..read more

In this episode, we invite Jonathan Coy, CEO of Headteacher Chat to speak to us about the role they play in supporting primary senior leaders. Jam-packed full of interesting information. This episode is just 15 minutes short so you can fit a listen into your busy day! Useful links Follow @HeadteacherChat on Twitter Check out their website ..read more

In this episode, we speak to Nicola Marriott, a curriculum adviser. Nicola shares her expertise about the requirements of the Curriculum for Wales and provides valuable tips and information about curriculum design. This episode is just 15 minutes short, so that you can fit a listen into your busy day! Useful links Wales: How to design a bespoke primary Curriculum Podcast 64 The Cornerstones magazine - The Cwricwlwm Wales The Hwb – up to date government information - The Curriculum for Wales How to provide an exceptional primary Curriculum for Wales using Cwricwlwm Maestro Blog Download a PDF ..read more

In this episode, we speak to Nicola Marriott, a curriculum adviser. Nicola shares her expertise about the requirements of the Welsh curriculum and provides valuable tips and information about curriculum design. This episode is just 15 minutes short, so that you can fit a listen into your busy day! Useful links Wales: How to design a bespoke primary Curriculum Podcast 64 The Cornerstones magazine - The Cwricwlwm Wales The Hwb – up to date government information - The Curriculum for Wales How to provide an exceptional primary Curriculum for Wales using Cwricwlwm Maestro Blog Download a PDF vers ..read more