Teach Primary Magazine

Hello, and welcome back! Whether the new school year has begun with military grade organisation or a frantic hunt for glue sticks and missing PE kits, September always brings with it a sense of fresh possibility. New lesson ideas, new routines and new opportunities to inspire are all waiting just beyond the classroom door.

I’m proud to say that Teach Primary will be here with you every step of the way. So, let’s get to it! If you’re looking for ideas to kick-start the term, you’ll find plenty in this issue. On page 23, Gareth Metcalfe explores how comparing pairs of questions can help engage every child in maths, regardless of ability.

It’s a deceptively simple approach that encourages rich discussion,
develops mathematical thinking and ensures everyone has a way
into the learning.