
Why we should teach the 'why' before the 'how' in maths
In the age-old debate, Peter Mattock argues it makes sense for teachers to come down on the side of...
In the age-old debate, Peter Mattock argues it makes sense for teachers to come down on the side of...
It’s likely teachers will not have a classroom of their own in September, and that will take some...
Whether it’s damning a colleague’s misstep in front of a parent or asking them to do something that...
Ensuring students attention is in the right place is essential, says Peter Mattock - here’s how to...
Ability grouping is an evergreen topic for fierce debate, with research offering a mixed picture in...
Now the dust has settled on GCSE results, here’s how to tackle disappointing department outcomes...
Too often, maths in Year 7 is about working out what pupils know – but Peter Mattock has some ideas...
Maths is a huge subject with complex concepts - but breaking these ideas down helps understanding...
In the lead-up to the GCSE exams, Peter Mattock details how schools should help prepare pupils for...
Essential for GCSEs but tricky to teach, surds can be a barrier for many students
These elements should ensure a cohesive and coherent approach to maths in your school
GCSE mocks are all but done, but have you used the data you got from them wisely, asks Peter Mattock
Your leadership team has many moral obligations, but one of the most important is to you, says Peter...
The recent pronouncements from Ofsted about the curriculum are an insult to teachers, says this...
From dartboards to development days, department heads should tune into the unique needs of their...
This experienced head of department offers those new to the job the benefit of his experience
One director of maths offers his tips on getting secondary staff to meet the curriculum obligation...
Teachers are struggling to know how to judge student progress within the new GCSE grading system...