Why Movement Matters in the Classroom - Understanding 'School readiness' with Ruth Lue-Quee
Let's Talk Neurodivergent Kids with Izzy JuddShow Notes
Are we expecting too much too soon from our youngest children, and what does School readiness really mean?
In this episode, Izzy Judd is joined by Ruth Lue-Quee, also known online as My Mummy Teacher. Ruth is an Educational Consultant and the founder of MMT Play, an award-winning education & play resources brand based in the UK. As a highly qualified Educational Consultant and award-winning former Deputy Headteacher, Ruth brings extensive experience in both mainstream and Special Educational Needs education, with a particular focus on Early Years and Key Stage One.
Learn more about Ruth's work - https://mmtplay.com/
Sign the Petition - https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/729440
00:00 – What Are We Expecting From Our Kids?
02:00 – Ruth’s Story: From Teacher to Play Advocate
05:30 – Growing Up Loving Teaching
08:00 – The Big Jump Between Reception and Year 1
13:45 – The Controversial Comment About Four-Year-Olds
16:00 – What Being “Ready for School” Really Means
25:00 – Why Sitting Still Isn’t the Goal
34:30 – If Adults Can Move, Why Can’t Kids?
41:30 – Ruth’s Petition: Making Play Part of the Curriculum
49:00 – Final Thoughts: Let’s Do What’s Right for Children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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