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Dr Ben Dunn - Head of Impact and Insights, Magic Breakfast

Pearson’s 2020 report on diversity and inclusion in schools brought to light significant findings that directly resonated with Magic Breakfast’s mission of ensuring that no child starts their school day too hungry to learn. Diversity and inclusion are not just about what is taught, but also how schools support every child to thrive both academically and personally.

As many as 76% of maths teachers responding to Pearson’s 2024 School Report stated that teacher recruitment and retention was a top challenge for their school to manage in the coming year – followed by budget pressures (51%) and teacher/school leader workload (41%).

These are all widespread issues affecting many maths teachers, day in and day out. They require whole-sector collaboration to improve. But there are also solutions available now to help ease the strain.

Lauren Lo is a tech enthusiast and dedicated advocate for STEM education, particularly for individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). As a member of the FED Learners Council, Lauren focuses on advancing STEM initiatives with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and neurodiversity.