What do our hosts, Marie and Jodi, think about Rishi Sunak’s comments on making maths mandatory until 18? This week, they go through the numbers with financial expert and Bippit founder, Sam Lathey.
The educational world has been in deep discussion since the Prime Minister’s comments on prolonging mathematical education for 16-19 year-olds in the UK. What shape would further compulsory maths courses take? Who would teach it? What would it mean for other subjects?
We discuss the difficulties presented in everyday adult life without competent financial skills as well as the gaps and inconsistencies left by a school curriculum that does not always match what’s needed in the world of employment.
There’s plenty to mull over this week so you’d best get out that special mug for an extra large cuppa and join us for all the latest ramblings!
Timings
00:00 - Welcome to this week’s episode, ‘Maths 'til you die?’.
00:59 - What do we think about Rishi Sunak’s comments on making maths mandatory until 18?
“Right now, just half of all 16-19 year-olds study any maths at all, yet in a world where data is everywhere and statistics underpin every job, letting our children out into that world without those skills is letting our children down.”
04:46 - This week, we welcome Bippit founder and financial expert, Sam Lathey, into the IYOTYW studio.
08:36 - What’s Jodi’s experience of learning about budgeting in school?
12:52 - Penny for your thoughts? Drop us an email at beyondmailbag@twinkl.co.uk to tell us your thoughts, ideas and anecdotes on that vast educational world out there.
14:59 - A message from one of our listeners; an English teacher in New Zealand.
17:39 - Maths made mandatory until 18 - a massive opportunity?
21:55 - Is financial education a practical solution for moving forward real-life numeracy skills?
23:34 - Two stars and a wish.
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