How to Lead it: Primary Maths

Shannen Doherty is a primary teacher and the Teacher Development Lead for a multi-academy trust. She has led maths in schools across South London as well as leading curriculum across one school. Shannen has worked as a mastery specialist with the NCETM and has supported schools and leaders across the UK with leading and teaching maths. She has been on the advisory panel for maths at Oak National Academy and creates maths resources with Dr Frost Learning. Shannen is the author of 100 Ideas for Primary Teachers: Maths. Follow Shannen @MissSDohertySeries editor Jon Hutchinson is Director of Curriculum and Teacher Development at the Reach Foundation. Prior to this, Jon was a primary school teacher, A level religious studies teacher, and assistant headteacher at Reach Academy Feltham. Jon was also a Visiting Fellow with Ambition Institute, tutoring on a Master's in Expert Teaching programme. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Jon was a founding member of Oak National Academy, leading the primary humanities curriculum. He has acted as an expert adviser to the DfE on various groups, including as a member of the core group which developed the Early Career Framework. Jon is regularly published by the TES, Schools Week and Teach Primary. Follow Jon @jon_hutchinson_

Whether you’re stepping into maths leadership for the first time or seeking to strengthen your existing approach, this book is invaluable. With its practical advice, real-world examples and research-informed guidance, it shows exactly how to build a strong maths culture and lead sustained improvement. Maths leads will come away with a clear sense of what to prioritise, how to implement change effectively and the confidence to lead their subject with purpose.