How I Support
I support educators to apply what we know from research in ways that truly work in the classroom. These are the key areas where I help schools turn evidence into practice.
Science of learning
I translate cognitive psychology, behaviour science and neuroscience into practical classroom strategies — helping teachers apply research on memory, attention, and motivation to design lessons that support long-term learning.
Primary Maths
I support schools in delivering clear, structured maths instruction that builds understanding, fluency and reasoning — with a focus on evidence-informed routines, representations and sequencing.
Explicit Instruction
I help educators implement effective modelling, scaffolding and guided practice through the gradual release of responsibility — reducing confusion and increasing student success.
Implementing Research Effectively
I work with teachers and leaders to turn research into action — building shared language, sustainable routines, and professional learning that actually changes classroom practice.
Evidence in Action: The Primary Maths Partnership
A 24-month program built on what actually works. Learn how we support schools in mastering the nuances of great maths teaching through our dedicated professional partnership.
About me
After nearly a decade as a high school teacher, I left the profession feeling disillusioned — and opened a café.
It taught me a lot about leadership, communication and building something that works. However, I knew I had unfinished business in education.
I returned as a primary teacher, driven to understand why so many students disengage. That question led me deep into the science of learning and I’ve been hooked ever since.
Now, I support educators to apply evidence-informed strategies that actually work in the classroom. Schools are complex, but we don’t have to figure it out alone
A Bit About My Approach
I bring both a deep understanding of the research and a practical grasp of classroom realities. I don’t just deliver professional learning and walk away — I can model lessons, coach teachers and work alongside school leaders to develop clear, realistic implementation plans. It’s not about doing more — it’s about doing what works and making it stick.
Testimonials
Here are some kind words that I’ve received from educators that I’ve worked with:
Brendan Lee is a committed educator dedicated to helping teachers across the country have positive impact on student learning. He has a depth of knowledge of the Science of Learning and importantly can translate what that means to classroom practice for teachers.
Patrick Ellis
Education Lead, Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn
Brendan’s presentations were engaging, informative and inspiring! It was great to explore the links between the science of learning and its practical implementation.
Rachael Bryant
Assistant Principal, Holy Saviour School, NSW
Brendan’s level of pedagogical knowledge and understanding of the struggles teachers face in the classroom were excellent. The ideas presented were explained in detail, making it clear how these could be adopted in different settings to suit different cohorts.
Jeneen Clarkson
Teacher, Morwell Central PS, VIC
Informed by the Science of Learning, Brendan’s workshops provided a range of useable teaching approaches to support maths learning from acquisition to fluency in mathematics. The combination of expert presentation and time to work with colleagues was engaging and productive. So many great resources to explore now too! Thanks for providing the direction our school needs in mathematics Brendan.
Liz Williams
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, NSW
Brendan’s engaging presentation enabled all staff to connect with the principles of how learning happens and see how these can be practically applied in the classroom. Our staff were actively engaged in discussions and appreciated the clarity with which evidence based research ideas were presented.
Daniela Lawlor
Deputy Principal, Magill School, SA
Brendan is a very engaging speaker who can relate to all sorts of people & makes his presentation practical, fun & highly beneficial for all.
Emma G
Teacher, Coolangatta State School, QLD
Latest Posts & Podcasts
Check out my latest blog posts and podcast episodes.
S04E12 – Zero Staff Turnover: The “Secret Sauce” of a High-Performing School
What does it take to achieve zero staff turnover while overhauling your instructional model? Join Brendan Lee as he chats with the team from Trinity Anglican College about going slow to go far, the power of a unified leadership team and the practical realities of evidence-based practice….
Climbing Mount PISA: Why we can’t expect students to know what we don’t teach them
Australia’s PISA and NAPLAN results show a concerning downward trend, but the blame game won’t fix it. The real issue? We are testing students on complex problem-solving before they’ve mastered the basics. By using the Instructional Hierarchy framework, educators can bridge the “assessment gap” and move students from initial acquisition to effortless fluency and adaptation. It’s time to stop practising errors and start teaching for mastery….
Bridging the Divide
As teachers, we just want to know what works. But relying on a single scientific lens leaves us with blind spots. Explore why combining the mental software of cognitive science, the biological hardware of neuroscience, and the observable output of behavioural science is the ultimate classroom superpower….
S04E11 – Dr. Haili Hughes on How Teachers Really Get Better
Join Brendan Lee and Dr Haili Hughes as they discuss why AI makes subject expertise more critical than ever, how to move past generic professional development, and the difference between awkward role-play and high-leverage instructional rehearsal….
S04E10 – 6 Common Mistakes Schools Make When Implementing MTSS with Dr. Sarah Brown and Dr. Stephanie Stollar
Are you overwhelming your intervention system instead of fixing core instruction? In this episode of the Knowledge for Teachers podcast, Dr Sarah Brown and Dr Stephanie Stollar break down the most common MTSS mistakes and explain how school leaders can shift their focus from sorting students to actively improving Tier 1 practice….
S04E09 – Bridging the Knowing Doing Gap with Professor Stuart Kime
Are we stuck in the knowing doing gap when it comes to professional learning? In this episode of Knowledge for Teachers I sit down with Professor Stuart Kime to discuss how we can turn the science of learning into concrete classroom practice. We unpack why reading the evidence is never enough to change our habits and how tools like video feedback and student surveys can help bypass our expert blind…
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