This week, Emma and Chris tackle how to arrange tables in your classroom! They
discuss the pros and cons of the three most common ways of organising tables,
such as impact on pupil focus, how social interaction can be affected and how
navigating around the classroom is a key consideration. With anecdotes, personal
recollections and experiences along the way, this will give you food for thought for
how your seating is set out in your classroom!

This week’s teacher tip will help shave time off each book that you mark, helping
your work-life balance!

Get in touch: theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.uk

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This week, Emma and Chris tackle how to arrange tables in your classroom! They discuss the pros and cons of the three most common ways of organising tables, such as impact on pupil focus, how social interaction can be affected and how navigating around the classroom is a key consideration. With anecdotes, personal recollections and experiences along the way, this will give you food for thought for how your seating is set out in your classroom! This week&rsquo;s teacher tip will help shave time off each book that you mark, helping your work-life balance! Get in touch: <a href="mailto:theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.uk">theteacherspodcast@classroomsecrets.co.uk</a> Visit our sponsors: Tandem Teach:&nbsp;<a href="http://tandemteach.ai" aria-label="Link tandemteach.ai">tandemteach.ai</a> Classroom Secrets: <a href="http://classroomsecrets.co.uk" aria-label="Link classroomsecrets.co.uk">classroomsecrets.co.uk</a>

Welcome!

This is a space for everyone working in primary education. Whether you're in the classroom, leading a school, or supporting learning this is your place to hear real, honest and relatable conversations about school life.

Originally hosted by Claire Riley for the first three seasons, Season 4 introduces new hosts Chris and Emma, bringing a fresh energy and plenty of staffroom-style chat.

Created in association with Classroom Secrets and proudly sponsored by them, the podcast is backed by research-informed, ready-to-use lesson content that supports adaptive teaching—helping you save time and focus on what matters most.

Grab a brew, pop your headphones in, and join us for a chat!

Welcome!
This is a space for everyone working in primary education. Whether you're in the classroom, leading a school, or supporting learning this is your place to hear real, honest and relatable conversations about school life.
Originally hosted by Claire Riley for the first three seasons, Season 4 introduces new hosts Chris and Emma, bringing a fresh energy and plenty of staffroom-style chat.
Created in association with Classroom Secrets and proudly sponsored by them, the podcast is backed by research-informed, ready-to-use lesson content that supports adaptive teaching&mdash;helping you save time and focus on what matters most.
Grab a brew, pop your headphones in, and join us for a chat!