Ian Taylor A national icon and long-time Independent Thinking Associate, Ian has made a name for himself by turning around Maths results internationally and in the UK. Today he spearheads a community of 58 academies and 1500 associate schools as a National Leader of Curriculum. Prior to this role, Ian was the Numeracy and Mathematics Lead where he pioneered a game-changing assessment tool for Maths departments. Expect a masterclass in bringing out the best in all learners, from the underachiever and the coaster to the learner who has simply given up and those who really want to raise their game, with a real focus on filing the post-lockdown gaps.