John Dabell

John Dabell

Former Ofsted inspector and maths teacher
Education
John is a trained Ofsted inspector and a teacher with over 20 years' experience teaching maths across all key stages. He brings an inspector's perspective and deep classroom experience to his writing on maths pedagogy.
Teaching and Learning
Maths CPD For Primary Teachers: How You Can Learn, Progress And Grow At Little Cost

8 min read | 01 May 2026 | For UK Readers

How To Use Math Investigations To Develop Mathematical Reasoning At Any Age

5 min read | 24 October 2025 | For US Readers

Math Vocabulary Words: How to Teach Elementary School Students Math Terminology So They Can Use Them Accurately

7 min read | 23 October 2025 | For US Readers

The Comprehensive Math Vocabulary List for Elementary School

3 min read | 21 October 2025 | For US Readers

What The Best Elementary Math Teachers Do And How We Can Learn From Them

8 min read | 24 October 2025 | For US Readers

19 Fun End of Year Math Activities For Elementary School

6 min read | 10 September 2025 | For US Readers

Elementary & Middle School Math Club Ideas And Activities: From Set Up To Running It

8 min read | 15 August 2025 | For US Readers

Teaching and Learning
What The Best Primary Maths Teachers Do And How We Can Learn From Them

8 min read | 05 October 2025 | For UK Readers

Maths Mastery
What Does Greater Depth Look Like In KS2 Maths? Tips On How To Bring Greater Depth Learning Into The Primary Classroom

11 min read | 10 March 2026 | For UK Readers

Games & Activities
Primary School Maths Club Ideas And Activities: From Set Up To Running It

9 min read | 27 October 2025 | For UK Readers

Maths Mastery
Maths Terminology (KS1 & KS2): How to Teach Primary School Pupils Mathematical Terms So They Can Use Them Accurately

7 min read | 05 October 2025 | For UK Readers

Maths Mastery
The Comprehensive Maths Vocabulary List for KS1 and KS2

3 min read | 07 August 2025 | For UK Readers

Maths Mastery
How To Stretch And Challenge More Able Pupils In Maths [Even When Teaching A Mixed Ability Class]

6 min read | 25 March 2025 | For UK Readers

Maths Mastery
How To Use Maths Investigations To Develop Mathematical Reasoning At Any Age

7 min read | 07 August 2025 | For UK Readers

Games & Activities
19 Fun End of Term Maths Activities KS1 & KS2

6 min read | 07 August 2025 | For UK Readers

Leadership
25 Genius School Fundraising Ideas That Are Fun, Fast and Easy To Manage

7 min read | 24 March 2025 | For UK Readers

Leadership
Making Effective Use Of Teaching Assistants In The Classroom: What We Can Learn From The Research

6 min read | 05 June 2026 | For UK Readers

Maths Mastery
Maths Problem Solving At KS2: Strategies and Resources For Primary School Teachers

5 min read | 25 March 2025 | For UK Readers

Maths Mastery
Mixed Ability Teaching For Mastery: Making It Work In Your Class

4 min read | 04 October 2025 | For UK Readers

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