The Impact Podcast

The 12 pedagogical principles are designed to underpin the implementation of Curriculum for Wales. But is that really the best way of doing it? Fin and Jane discuss pedagogy in CfW, how it’s reflected...

6 Sep 202334min

It’s the new academic year and Fin and Jane are returning to a familiar topic - accountability. In this episode they discuss how accountability fits in with Welsh Government policy expectations and th...

30 Aug 202346min

In this episode, the last of the 2022/23 academic year, Fin and Jane bring you up to date with the latest educational news and announcements from the Welsh Government. Buy Power Up Your Pedagogy: htt...

19 Jul 202341min

In this episode Fin and Jane are joined by Matt Davies, assistant headteacher for teaching, learning and curriculum and Louise Walsh, assistant headteacher for standards and outcomes from St Richard ...

12 Jul 202331min

New ‘made for Wales’ GCSEs have been announced by Qualifications Wales. In this episode, Fin and Jane discuss the changes to the qualifications and what they mean for teachers and learners. Buy Powe...

5 Jul 202338min

The teaching of reading comprehension in schools is not where it should be. In this episode, Jane and Fin discuss why we’re getting reading comprehension wrong. Buy Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://w...

28 Jun 202346min

Since the pandemic, professional learning has increasingly moved online, with a proliferation of virtual courses and digital platforms. In this episode, Jane and Fin discuss the pros and cons of this ...

21 Jun 202340min

In this episode, Fin and Jane look back at some of the discussions they’ve had with each other and with special guests about the knowledge that makes a real difference in the classroom. They’ve chosen...

14 Jun 202340min