Welcome to Bedrock Talks, a podcast from the team at Bedrock Learning that delves deep into the heart of literacy in education. Hosted by the insightful and experienced educator Andy Sammons, this podcast stands as a beacon for anyone passionate about enhancing literacy skills and understanding its pivotal role in education. Each episode is a journey into the world of literacy education. Andy brings together a diverse array of voices from across the education sector, from seasoned teachers t ...
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28. Teaching early years speech and language with Steph Hammond
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Bedrock's Andy and Morgan are joined by Stephanie Hammond, who's a Teaching and Learning Consultant offering bespoke training, auditing and support in pre-phonics skills, early reading, phonics and spelling. As a Primary Teacher with over 20 Years of experience, Stephanie has worked alongside, trained and coached numerous EYFS practitioners, TAs, t…
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27. Implementing a disciplinary literacy strategy with Sophie Prescott
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With 20 years of teaching experience, Sophie Prescott has held various leadership roles across schools in the Midlands. From a background as a science teacher, her current responsibilities now include overseeing Reading and Literacy, supporting disadvantaged students, and contributing to SCITT development. She is passionate about each of these area…
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26. Impactful trust-wide digital transformation with Richard Anderton
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Prepare to transform your approach to education technology with insights from Richard Anderton, the Digital Transformation Lead at the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP). Richard joins us to unpack his extensive role, focusing on how ATLP's digital strategies extend beyond simply handing out devices to students. Learn about the critical eleme…
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25. Death by PowerPoint: Improving CPD at Trust Level with Mike Gardner
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How can you transform your teaching practices to be more engaging and effective? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Gardner, the Teaching and Learning Lead for Maritime Academy Trust, to explore his successful strategies for enhancing education across 13 primary schools in southeast London and Kent. From his innovative start-up, The Oracy Shift…
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24. Innovation in Further Education with Holly Barnes-Lomax
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Discover the hidden gems of Further Education (FE) as Holly Barnes-Lomax joins Bedrock Talks. Holly is the Teaching, Learning and Quality Lead at an FE college in Chesterfield. She takes us behind the scenes to explore the variety of courses, from vocational training to adult education, and the specialised support provided to SEND students. With he…
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23. Need for (more than) speed: fluency and oracy with Sarah Davies
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Sarah Davies is the author of Talking about Oracy which focuses on the development of effective communication beyond the parameters of the classroom. She is currently an Assistant Head Teacher at a secondary academy in the north-west of England. Alongside her teaching, she has also written articles for SecEd, The Headteacher and the Teaching Times,…
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22. Going from teacher to school leader with Dani Walley
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After so many comments, thoughts and requests from the first episode, Dani Walley returns to Bedrock Talks to discuss leadership and teacher development. Dani is an Assistant Principal leading on teaching, learning and curriculum in a large secondary school. Previously a Director of Humanities, Dani is passionate about empowering staff and students…
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21. Implementing a disciplinary literacy solution in secondary school with Katie Chanter
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Katie Chanter is a literacy leader for a large secondary comprehensive school, and has extensive experience of teaching English- including language development in early years. She has successfully implemented Bedrock, both tier 2 and 3 vocabulary, in her school. In this podcast, she discusses her gradual approach to a successful implementation, and…
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20. Literacy in the library: innovative reading strategies with Val Dewhurst
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Discover how to ignite a passion for reading and learning in your students with insights from Val Dewhurst, the dynamic Head of Library and joint Bedrock Learning lead at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School (Quags). In our latest episode, Val speak to us about the library as the centrepiece of literacy in a school, as well as a place of safety and celeb…
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19. Waltz with the machines: Navigating ChatGPT as a teacher
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Ever wondered how AI can revolutionise education? Get ready to meet Patrick Hickey, the AI Teaching Guru, who turned traditional teaching on its head by embracing cutting-edge technology. This episode features Patrick’s remarkable journey into the world of artificial intelligence, starting with his creative experiment of generating a prequel to the…
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18: Navigating dyslexia: A parent's guide - with Sally Collard
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What if understanding dyslexia could transform your child's reading experience? Join us as we sit down with dyslexia specialist Sally Raymond, who shares her heartfelt journey into the field, driven by her daughter's struggles with reading. Discover the crucial role parents play in offering unconditional reading support, highlighting how such suppo…
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17. Persistent and Consistent with Dani Walley: Aligning behaviour and pedagogy
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Ever wondered what it takes to transform behaviour culture in schools, especially in a post-pandemic world? In our latest podcast, we sit down with Dani Walley to discuss how the pandemic and social media have reshaped student behaviour, leading to challenges like shortened attention spans and reduced socialisation. Discover the groundbreaking conc…
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16. Exploring transformative alternative provision with Richard Duffy
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In this episode we are joined by Richard Duffy, Assistant Principal for the ARC at Trinity Academy in Halifax. We explore Richard's diverse experiences, including working with NEETs and managing behaviour in school settings, and how these shaped his unique approach to supporting vulnerable learners. We discuss how the transition from traditional te…
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15. Exploring the Reading for Pleasure agenda with Sarah Green
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Unlock the secrets to fostering literacy and promoting a love for reading in your classroom with our special guest, literacy specialist Sarah Green. Sarah, who boasts over 20 years in literacy education, shares her compelling journey from an English teacher to the Trust Director of Literacy for Prosperity Learning Trust. Discover the transformative…
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14. Navigating the Heart and Soul of School Improvement with Paul Ainsworth
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In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of education with Paul Ainsworth, Education Director at Infinity Academies Trust and author of "No Silver Bullets 2.0: The Heart and Soul of School Improvement." Paul shares insights from his extensive career, which spans from teaching math to leading secondary school improvements. We discuss his a…
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13. Unlocking Learner Potential: Inclusive & Tech-Enhanced Learning with Dr Alix Hibble
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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Alex Hibble from EdProof, who draws on her psychology expertise from the University of Oxford and her experience with innovative educational practices. We delve into the integration of technologies like ChatGPT in schools and discuss how EdProof helps measure key aspects of student well-being and engagement. Alex …
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12. Mapper Success: Innovative Strategies at St. Thomas More Catholic Academy
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In this episode, Sarah and Megan from St. Thomas More Catholic Academy discuss their experiences with implementing Bedrock Mapper, our subject specific tier 3 vocabulary solution, across the school. They share how Mapper is making strides in addressing literacy gaps and increasing learner engagement, highlighting both the successes and obstacles en…
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11. Creating Young Readers: The Joy of Reading with Literacy Expert Teresa Cremin
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In this episode of Literacy Works with Bedrock Learning, Teresa Cremin, a leading figure in literacy research and education, shares insights from her career - from classroom teaching to research. The conversation focuses on how meaningful discussions can shape literary identities and extend literacy's influence beyond traditional subjects into dail…
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10. Leadership and Literacy: Pillars of Transformative Education with Lekha Sharma
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We are joined by Lekha Sharma, School Improvement Lead for Curriculum and Assessment at the Avanti Schools Trust. Lekha navigates the complexities of weaving together curriculum and assessment across the trust, while maintaining and cherishing the unique identity of each individual school. Lekha shares her wisdom on crafting a high-quality, equitab…
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Literacy Works Mini-sode: Exploring An Inspector Calls with Haili Hughes
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It's a Mini-sode! Always under 30 minutes, these shorter episodes are a perfect lunchtime listen. In the first of our Mapper deep dive episodes, Haili Hughes takes us through her top 10 keywords/concepts that are essential for your learners to understand when studying An Inspector Calls. From 'dramatic irony' to 'squiffy', and from 'bourgeoisie' to…
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9. The AI Educator: The future of AI in education with Dan Fitzpatrick
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Explore the future of education through the eyes of Dan Fitzpatrick, a trailblazer for AI in education and former secondary school teacher and SLT member. Our conversation with Dan traverses seismic shifts in teaching methods, highlighting how grassroots efforts with AI and technology within schools can lead to significant time-saving, and engaging…
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8. From EdTech to PedTech: Exploring technology and pedagogy with Peter Twining and Olivia Sumpter
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Dive into educational technology with Peter Twining as we unravel the complexities of edtech's role in our classrooms. Peter, a seasoned expert in education and pedagogy, joins Olivia, the Director of Education at Bedrock Learning, and our usual host, Andy Sammons, to offer a nuanced perspective on the challenges and promises of integrating technol…
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7. Teachappy: Nurturing Wellbeing in Education with Adrian Bethune
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Adrian Bethune, a beacon of hope in the world of education, joins us on this episode of Literacy Works podcast, taking us through his life experiences, from the music industry to primary school teaching and how his own personal challenges with mental health led him to champion the teaching of wellbeing in schools. His journey is an inspiration, und…
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6. Choice, Context and Disciplinary Literacy: In Conversation with Marcello Giovanelli
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Join us on a linguistic journey with Marcello Giovanelli, a renowned expert in literary linguistics from Aston University, as he shares a wealth of insights that will transform your understanding of language, literacy and beyond. In this episode, we delve into Marcello's latest book, written with Jennifer Webb, Essential Grammar (Routledge), a pivo…
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5. It's Understanding, Not Knowledge: In Conversation with Lucie Turner
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Ever wish you could unlock the true potential of your students? Today, we're joined by Lucie Turner, a dedicated history teacher from St. Anselm's Catholic School, who reveals her strategies for success with Bedrock Mapper's disciplinary literacy curriculum. Lucie highlights the transformative power of this program, guiding us through her hands-on …
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4. Rethinking Literacy: In Conversation with Haili Hughes
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Ever wondered why literacy isn't just an English teacher's job? Well, we found the perfect guest to answer that - Haili Hughes. A true educational powerhouse, Haili has extensive experience in education, from teaching English for 16 years to now being a Director of Education at Iris Connect, a prolific author of many educational books, and a Mentor…
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3. Creating a Coherent History Curriculum with Mapper: In Conversation with Melissa King
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Ever wondered how every academic subject can contribute to literacy development? This episode promises to enlighten you, as we chat with Mel King, Assistant Head and Subject Lead for History at St Simon Stock Catholic School, has worked closely with Bedrock champion school, St Anselm's Catholic School (case study here) to develop the use of Bedrock…
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2. How Can We 'Do' Disciplinary Literacy: in Conversation with Mark Miller
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How would your educational journey have changed if your teachers focused on disciplinary literacy? That's the intriguing question we tackle with Mark Miller, director of Bradford Research Schools and an English teacher at heart. This episode is an invitation into the world of disciplinary literacy, shining a light on the intricate dance between sub…
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1. The Power of Sequenced Knowledge in Geography: In Conversation with Kate Stockings
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Discover how geography educator, Kate Stockings, reshapes entire curriculums and inspires a new generation of young geographers. Welcome to the very first episode of our Literacy Works with Bedrock Learning podcast. In this first chat, we connect with Kate Stockings, the trust lead for geography, who's spearheaded monumental changes in Key Stage 3 …
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