Fay Baldry

Fay Baldry is an Associate Professor in the School of Education at the University of Leicester, where she serves as Programme Leader for the Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree and Co-Leader for the Secondary PGCE course. Previously, she taught mathematics in secondary schools and held roles including Head of Department before joining the University of Warwick in 2011, where she contributed to PGCE and MSc courses in Mathematics Education. Her work focuses on teacher professional development, lesson study, and classroom interaction dynamics.

Her research interests include mathematics education, teacher training methodologies, and the implementation of lesson study in initial teacher education. She explores challenges in classroom observation, error handling during instruction, and the impact of educational policies like Maths Hubs. Her studies often bridge theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, emphasizing collaborative learning and equity.

Recent publications highlight trends in teacher collaboration, the role of board work in problem-solving lessons, and the complexities of analyzing classroom interactions. Her work challenges conventional performance metrics in education, particularly regarding disadvantaged students' outcomes.

While no specific grants or awards are noted, her contributions to PGCE and M.Ed. programs reflect her commitment to shaping future educators. She supervises trainee teachers but no student names are listed here. Her research often involves cross-institutional partnerships, though specific labs or teams are not detailed in the provided information.