Ben Newmark
Experienced school leader and former history teacher with over 20 years in education, serving as an assistant headteacher at St Martin's Catholic Academy and specialising in inclusion and adaptive teaching consultancy, informed by personal experience as a parent of a child with additional needs.
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Dec 20, 2023 • 54min
Breaking Barriers: Embracing Individual Differences in Education, Mind the Gap, Ep. 66 (S4,E3)
In this episode, Tom Sherrington and Emma Turner are joined by Ben Newmark to discuss breaking barriers and embracing individual differences in education. They challenge conventional thinking on educating clever children and highlight the importance of not categorizing all students under SEND. The podcast emphasizes the need for a more inclusive and personalized approach to education that empowers students of all abilities to reach their full potential.
Sep 3, 2025 • 1h 5min
The SecEd Podcast: The secrets to adaptive teaching
Ben Newmark, an experienced school leader and adaptive teaching consultant, teams up with Amy Williams, a Director of School Improvement, to explore the ins and outs of adaptive teaching. They dive into the differences between adaptive teaching and traditional differentiation, emphasizing tailored approaches for diverse learners. Practical strategies like planned adaptations and effective use of teaching assistants are discussed, while maintaining high expectations for all students. Their insights offer valuable tools for educators aiming to enhance inclusivity and engagement in the classroom.
