Education Corner Podcast
You can listen to the Education Corner Podcast to hear from leading global figures in education including: Professor John Mullan (UCL), Lee Elliot Major OBE (Exeter Uni), Dr. Sandie Okoro (EDI), Mr. James Dahl (Master at Wellington College), Mrs. Jane Lunnon (Alleyn's School), Mrs. Sarah Fletcher (SPGS) and many more!
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Interview with Professor John Mullan, UCL
Professor John Mullan speaks about the evolution of English as a subject at degree level and his recent books The Artful Dodger (Charles Dickens) and What Matters in Jane Austen? John quotes the narrator from Tristram Shandy who states: “Read, read, read, my unlearned reader, read!" as a top tip for students.
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Interview with Mr. Ben Evans, Windlesham House School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mr. Ben Evans about the recently announced merger between Windlesham House and Charterhouse schools, the schools’ shared ethos and how they are looking towards the future.
"Boarding provides so many different opportunities for our children. They're able to build their independence, be part of that very different and special boarding community whilst being able to access so many different opportunities that happen after school and the friendships that develop."
Interview with Mr. Tom Carter, St Christopher's The Hall School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mr. Tom Carter, Head at St Christopher’s The Hall School. Tom spoke about the recent merger with the St Dunstan’s Education Group, finding a balance with technology and supporting students’ wellbeing.
"We're trying to build a school where every child feels seen, heard and celebrated. It's about helping every child feel that they belong, that their story matters and that the school is a place really where they can truly be themselves."
Interview with Mr. Paul Jones, Burlington House School, Tooting
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mr. Paul Jones, Head at Burlington House School, Tooting. Paul spoke about the school’s specialist provision, embracing technology and supporting students to thrive beyond school.
"I feel very strongly that what goes on inside in the classroom and outside the classroom are of equal importance. There should be a breadth and a range of different things for students to engage in so that we can find their unique qualities and their passions and interests and also prepare them for wider aspects of society."
Interview with Soma Sara, Founder and CEO of Everyone's Invited
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Soma Sara, Founder and CEO of Everyone’s Invited. Soma spoke about the importance of educating about rape culture, the challenges facing young people and the ongoing work of Everyone’s Invited.
"Some of the language that is used and the behaviour and the ideas that we see has truly shocked us to our core and it's not rare, it's a common occurrence."
Interview with Dan Skinner, Angelos Epithemiou from Shooting Stars
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Dan Skinner. Dan spoke about his experiences as a parent of a child with global delay and the importance of support for families of children with disabilities.
"You just need to speak to other people that are going through it, because it's bewildering and it's really scary and it's daunting. That's why Harry's Pals is so good because they provide emotional support and they provide respite."
Interview with Mrs. Cheryl Giovannoni, CEO of the Girls' Day School Trust
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mrs. Cheryl Giovannoni, CEO of the Girls’ Day School trust (GDST). Cheryl spoke about the GDST’s Girls’ Futures Report, preparing girls for the future and the ongoing importance of girls’ education.
"These girls have an incredible opportunity and a responsibility to go on and make a contribution, make a difference in the world. They have a really important duty to honour the founding mothers of the GDST and deliver on that legacy that they created all those years ago."
Interview with Ms. Fionnuala Kennedy, Wimbledon High School GDST
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mrs. Fionnuala Kennedy, Head of Wimbledon High School GDST. Fionnuala spoke about the school’s “playful” approach to learning, the importance of all-girls’ education and preparing girls for the future.
"In the current landscape of single sex schools going co-ed, we firmly believe that a girls-only education works best for girls."
Interview with Mrs. Natalie Argile, Blackheath High School GDST
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mrs. Natalie Argile, Head of Blackheath High School GDST. Natalie spoke about the school’s diversity, preparing students for the future and working with technology.
"It's about leadership in lots of different environments , it's about girls being an advocate for themselves, it's about them driving change, having confidence to be themselves. That could be the quietest girl in the room, or it could be one of the loudest. What's important is that these opportunities are created at every level and that girls have a chance to practice this."
Interview with Lola Anderson MBE, GB Gold Medallist
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Lola Anderson MBE, world champion and Olympic gold medal-winning rower. Lola spoke about her background in rowing leading up to her gold medal win at Paris 2012, inspiring women in sport and supporting the next generation.
“I would like to try and make sure that the next generation of female athletes feel supported and feel more in the know of the unique challenges they face as female athletes growing up, whether that's physiological, mental or even hormonal. There has been quite a lot of stigma growing up that these differences can be ignored. I'd like to make sure that female athletes have relatable athletes to look up to and to look to for answers the same way that I had growing up.”
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Interview with Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington
Interview with Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington
Interview with Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington. Victoria reflected on her first half term at Wetherby Kensington and discussed the importance of building confidence and skills to allow pupils to thrive.
“We really strive for the boys to be kind, to be polite, to be reall
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington. Victoria reflected on her first half term at Wetherby Kensington and discussed the importance of building confidence and skills to allow pupils to thrive.
“We really strive for the boys to be kind, to be polite, to be really compassionate to themselves and to others, putting their best foot forward and demonstrating that resilience.”
Interview with Mr. Will Newman, Head at Cranleigh Prep School
Interview with Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington
Interview with Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mr. Will Newman, Head at Cranleigh Prep School, Surrey. Will spoke to us about Cranleigh Prep School’s family-like community, the importance of developing pupils’ confidence and passions, and preparing children to be future leaders.
“I think of our children here, in many ways, as
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mr. Will Newman, Head at Cranleigh Prep School, Surrey. Will spoke to us about Cranleigh Prep School’s family-like community, the importance of developing pupils’ confidence and passions, and preparing children to be future leaders.
“I think of our children here, in many ways, as I think of my own children. We all want the best for our kids. We all want them to explore every avenue or every interest that they might possibly have, and that's what we do here at the Prep School at Cranleigh.”
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Panel
Interview with Ms. Victoria Playford, Head of Wetherby School Kensington
Interview with Mrs. Alex Hutchinson, Head at James Allen’s Girls’ School
A panel discussion with Mr. Marvyn Harrison, Founder of Dope Black dads and Belovd; Mrs. Monia Sahar Zahid Head of EDI at Haberdashers' Boys' School; and Mr. David Mulae Assistant Head Pastoral and EDI Lead at Cranleigh School about the importance of teaching and embracing equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging in education.
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A panel discussion with Mr. Marvyn Harrison, Founder of Dope Black dads and Belovd; Mrs. Monia Sahar Zahid Head of EDI at Haberdashers' Boys' School; and Mr. David Mulae Assistant Head Pastoral and EDI Lead at Cranleigh School about the importance of teaching and embracing equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging in education.
“We have to balance our disappointment at these political changes and look at how much progress we have made, how many people we have benefited and what we can still create from that without the permission of anybody, because now we're in charge, we have the information and we want to do it.”
Interview with Mrs. Alex Hutchinson, Head at James Allen’s Girls’ School
Interview with Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School
Interview with Mrs. Alex Hutchinson, Head at James Allen’s Girls’ School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke with Mrs. Alex Hutchinson, Head at James Allen’s Girls’ School, London. Alex spoke to us about the importance of educating girls and widening access to education.
“Providing a platform for these girls to be the leaders and the trailblazers of tomorrow is just something we genuinely embrace.”
Boarding Schools Panel
Interview with Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School
Interview with Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School
A panel discussion with Mr. Simon Barber, Head of Ludgrove School; Mr. Bart Wielenga, Head at Blundell’s School; Mr. Richard Jones, Head at Bryanston School; and Mr. Gary Hickey, Head at Haberdashers’ Adams School about the differences between single-sex and co-educational boarding, the benefits of boarding and the future of boarding sch
A panel discussion with Mr. Simon Barber, Head of Ludgrove School; Mr. Bart Wielenga, Head at Blundell’s School; Mr. Richard Jones, Head at Bryanston School; and Mr. Gary Hickey, Head at Haberdashers’ Adams School about the differences between single-sex and co-educational boarding, the benefits of boarding and the future of boarding schools.
“Our kids have this amazing opportunity to learn about other cultures that can only be good.”
Interview with Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School
Interview with Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School
Interview with Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School, Sussex. Rachel spoke to us about the importance of pastoral care in boarding and ensuring each pupil is seen, known and heard to support them to thrive.
“There's an incredible history of really, really successful
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Miss Rachel Hart, Deputy Head Pastoral and DSL at Roedean School, Sussex. Rachel spoke to us about the importance of pastoral care in boarding and ensuring each pupil is seen, known and heard to support them to thrive.
“There's an incredible history of really, really successful women that have come out of Roedean and I think it's our responsibility to continue that while]making sure that the provision is appropriate and relevant for what's needed today, especially as a woman.”
Interview with Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School
Interview with Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School
Interview with Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School, Oxfordshire. Julie discussed Tudor Hall’s generous community ethos, supporting pupils to aim higher and the benefits of all-girls’ boarding.
“AIM stands for Able, Interested and Motivated. There are pupils who are talented,
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke to Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School, Oxfordshire. Julie discussed Tudor Hall’s generous community ethos, supporting pupils to aim higher and the benefits of all-girls’ boarding.
“AIM stands for Able, Interested and Motivated. There are pupils who are talented, and there are pupils whose interest is ignited, they're motivated to do more and talent then grows.”
Interview with Mrs. Alison Melrose, Head at Cameron Vale School
Interview with Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School
Interview with Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Mrs. Alison Melrose, Head at Cameron Vale School, a co-educational prep school located in the heart of Chelsea, London. Alison spoke with us about the school’s ethos, the importance of outdoor learning, the possible VAT on school fees and the exciting future for Cameron Vale.
“We h
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Mrs. Alison Melrose, Head at Cameron Vale School, a co-educational prep school located in the heart of Chelsea, London. Alison spoke with us about the school’s ethos, the importance of outdoor learning, the possible VAT on school fees and the exciting future for Cameron Vale.
“We have such strong links with our children and our parents: it very much is a family community here.”
Interview with Miss Kate Bailey, Headmistress at Godstowe School
Interview with Mrs. Julie Lodrick, Headmistress of Tudor Hall School
Interview with Miss Kate Bailey, Headmistress at Godstowe School
In this episode, we spoke with Miss Kate Bailey, Headmistress of Godstowe School in Buckinghamshire. With a strong focus on happiness, confidence and success, Godstowe is England’s first prep school to offer both day and boarding options for girls. With Godstowe’s 125th anniversary approaching, Kate reflected on both the rich history and
In this episode, we spoke with Miss Kate Bailey, Headmistress of Godstowe School in Buckinghamshire. With a strong focus on happiness, confidence and success, Godstowe is England’s first prep school to offer both day and boarding options for girls. With Godstowe’s 125th anniversary approaching, Kate reflected on both the rich history and the forward-looking approach of the school, as well as the shared values of the school community.
“We're ensuring that we continue to be recognised as a leader in girls' preparatory education, setting a standard for excellence. We're really proud of it.”
Interview with Mrs. Alison Fleming, Head at Newton Prep School
Interview with Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia
Interview with Miss Kate Bailey, Headmistress at Godstowe School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke with Mrs. Alison Fleming, Head of Newton Prep School in Battersea, London. Newton Prep School is a co-educational prep school for children aged 3-13, known for its excellent academic results and broad range of co-curricular opportunities. Alison discussed the benefits of co-education,
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we spoke with Mrs. Alison Fleming, Head of Newton Prep School in Battersea, London. Newton Prep School is a co-educational prep school for children aged 3-13, known for its excellent academic results and broad range of co-curricular opportunities. Alison discussed the benefits of co-education, the unique curriculum offered at the school and the challenging impact of the VAT on independent school fees.
“Our school community is about celebrating the success of every child.”
Interview with leading Sussex School Heads
Interview with Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia
Interview with Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcome Heads from leading Sussex independent schools to discuss the benefits of choosing a school in Sussex and the range of options available in the area.
“It's a really good mixture, it's eclectic and actually, that's what we want from the community. We don't want homogeneity. We wan
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcome Heads from leading Sussex independent schools to discuss the benefits of choosing a school in Sussex and the range of options available in the area.
“It's a really good mixture, it's eclectic and actually, that's what we want from the community. We don't want homogeneity. We want that variety and difference, I want something that's reflective of the world.”
Interview with Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia
Interview with Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia
Interview with Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia. Kate spoke with us about shifting the narrative on dyslexia, how she and her company continue to advocate for better support and opportunities for dyslexics and how Dyslexic Thinking can thrive in a future powered by AI.
“Our goa
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Kate Griggs, Founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia. Kate spoke with us about shifting the narrative on dyslexia, how she and her company continue to advocate for better support and opportunities for dyslexics and how Dyslexic Thinking can thrive in a future powered by AI.
“Our goal by 2030 is to help the world to understand the brilliance of dyslexic thinking and to empower it in every school, every home and every workplace.”
Interview with Donna Stevens, CEO of The Girls' Schools Association
Interview with Mrs. Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan's College
Interview with Donna Stevens, CEO of The Girls' Schools Association
In this episode, we featured Mrs. Donna Stevens, Chief Executive of the Girls’ Schools Association (GSA), which represents the heads of over one hundred all-girls’ schools across the UK. Donna, who joined the GSA in 2021, shared details of her background, the GSA’s ethos and legacy, and how the GSA continues to advocate for girls’ educat
In this episode, we featured Mrs. Donna Stevens, Chief Executive of the Girls’ Schools Association (GSA), which represents the heads of over one hundred all-girls’ schools across the UK. Donna, who joined the GSA in 2021, shared details of her background, the GSA’s ethos and legacy, and how the GSA continues to advocate for girls’ education both nationally and internationally.
“Ultimately, society isn't equal, but our schools help to create a fairer society by empowering girls to enter these more male-dominated spaces.”
Interview with Ms. Rachel Bailey, Headmistress at Benenden School
Interview with Mrs. Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan's College
Interview with Donna Stevens, CEO of The Girls' Schools Association
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast we spoke to Ms. Rachel Bailey, Headmistress of Benenden School in Kent. Benenden is an all-girls’ boarding school with a strong emphasis on inspiring future leaders and thinkers to shape a better world. Rachel discussed Benenden’s Complete Education, their supportive community and how they are p
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast we spoke to Ms. Rachel Bailey, Headmistress of Benenden School in Kent. Benenden is an all-girls’ boarding school with a strong emphasis on inspiring future leaders and thinkers to shape a better world. Rachel discussed Benenden’s Complete Education, their supportive community and how they are preparing girls for the future.
“Girls are more likely to go into leadership positions, because they've been in an environment where women take the lead all the time; they do not question their right to be in the room.”
Interview with Mrs. Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan's College
Interview with Mrs. Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan's College
Interview with Mrs. Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan's College
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Mrs. Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan’s College, London. A co-educational school offering education from Nursery through Sixth Form, St Dunstan’s prides itself on providing an ambitious, forward-thinking environment where individuality is celebrated. In this podcas
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Mrs. Jade McLellan, Head of Senior School at St Dunstan’s College, London. A co-educational school offering education from Nursery through Sixth Form, St Dunstan’s prides itself on providing an ambitious, forward-thinking environment where individuality is celebrated. In this podcast, Jade discussed the school’s admissions process, ethos and how to prepare children to face the complexities of modern life.
“We teach them about mental health and resilience, trying to teach the skills they will need for the future to have a happy and thriving life.”
Interview with Mr. Will Goldsmith, Head at Bedales School
Interview with Mr. Joe Knight, Headmaster of The White House Prep School
Interview with Mr. Mark Hoskins, Headmaster at Reed's School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast we spoke to Mr. Will Goldsmith, Head of Bedales School, Hampshire. Will discussed the school’s informality and community ethos, as well as how they are preparing students for the future and the lasting impact of a holistic education.
“We're not afraid in this school to ask challenging question
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast we spoke to Mr. Will Goldsmith, Head of Bedales School, Hampshire. Will discussed the school’s informality and community ethos, as well as how they are preparing students for the future and the lasting impact of a holistic education.
“We're not afraid in this school to ask challenging questions. Actually far from being afraid, we encourage everyone in the community, whether it be students, staff, parents or Old Bedalians, to ask challenging questions.”
Interview with Mr. Mark Hoskins, Headmaster at Reed's School
Interview with Mr. Joe Knight, Headmaster of The White House Prep School
Interview with Mr. Mark Hoskins, Headmaster at Reed's School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, Mr Mark Hoskins spoke to us about Reed’s School going beyond providing excellent academics, with a focus on values and skills that students can take with them after their school life. He also highlights the philanthropic history of their founder, Andrew Reed, and how they still maintain his be
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, Mr Mark Hoskins spoke to us about Reed’s School going beyond providing excellent academics, with a focus on values and skills that students can take with them after their school life. He also highlights the philanthropic history of their founder, Andrew Reed, and how they still maintain his beliefs within the school today.
“It’s about creating a community and an environment where everybody feels nurtured and supported.”
Interview with Mr. Joe Knight, Headmaster of The White House Prep School
Interview with Mr. Joe Knight, Headmaster of The White House Prep School
Interview with Mr. Michael Hodge, Mrs. Louisa McCafferty and Mrs. Caron Mckay from Broomwood Schools
Mr. Joe Knight spoke to us about the ethos of The White House Prep School, how it embraces its family-centric foundation and how it is preparing children for a fast-changing world.
“We want them to enjoy their childhood and explore, flourish and love their journey. In order to do this in a productive manner and get the end results, it's g
Mr. Joe Knight spoke to us about the ethos of The White House Prep School, how it embraces its family-centric foundation and how it is preparing children for a fast-changing world.
“We want them to enjoy their childhood and explore, flourish and love their journey. In order to do this in a productive manner and get the end results, it's got to be exciting. It's got to be stimulating, thought provoking and nurturing.”
Interview with Mr. Michael Hodge, Mrs. Louisa McCafferty and Mrs. Caron Mckay from Broomwood Schools
Interview with Mr. Michael Hodge, Mrs. Louisa McCafferty and Mrs. Caron Mckay from Broomwood Schools
Interview with Mr. Michael Hodge, Mrs. Louisa McCafferty and Mrs. Caron Mckay from Broomwood Schools
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, Heads from Broomwood Pre-Prep, Broomwood Prep Boys and Broomwood Prep Girls discuss the school group’s unique ‘best of both worlds’ ethos, how they prepare children for school transitions and equip them for future success
“We're all about the children. We're about reacting to their needs, whe
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, Heads from Broomwood Pre-Prep, Broomwood Prep Boys and Broomwood Prep Girls discuss the school group’s unique ‘best of both worlds’ ethos, how they prepare children for school transitions and equip them for future success
“We're all about the children. We're about reacting to their needs, whether that changes or whether those are things that we know are coming on the horizon and we can plan for. But for us, it's about instilling that confidence, giving the children a safe space where they feel valued, they feel heard, and they feel that everything we do is to benefit them.”
Interview with Mrs. Nina Kingsmill Moore, Head of Wetherby Preparatory School
Interview with Mr. Michael Hodge, Mrs. Louisa McCafferty and Mrs. Caron Mckay from Broomwood Schools
Interview with Mrs. Nina Kingsmill Moore, Head of Wetherby Preparatory School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, Mrs. Nina Kingsmill Moore spoke to us about her new Headship at Wetherby Preparatory School, the school's values and the global opportunities at the school.
“We want to produce boys who are confident, who are interested in and curious about the world around them and actually want to go and make a difference.”
Interview with leading London Senior school Heads
Interview with Mr. Michael Hodge, Mrs. Louisa McCafferty and Mrs. Caron Mckay from Broomwood Schools
Interview with Mrs. Nina Kingsmill Moore, Head of Wetherby Preparatory School
A panel discussion with Mrs. Sarah Fletcher, St Paul's Girls' School, Mrs. Jane Lunnon, Alleyn's School, Mr. James Kidd, DLD College London and Mrs. Tracey O'Brien, Wallington High School for Girls, to discuss the benefits of choosing a school in London and the range of options available in the city.
“London is a melting pot of diffe
A panel discussion with Mrs. Sarah Fletcher, St Paul's Girls' School, Mrs. Jane Lunnon, Alleyn's School, Mr. James Kidd, DLD College London and Mrs. Tracey O'Brien, Wallington High School for Girls, to discuss the benefits of choosing a school in London and the range of options available in the city.
“London is a melting pot of different nationalities and communities. It's so enriching for our students to be a part of that, because that's reflected in all of our schools. " Mrs. Sarah Fletcher
Interview with Mr. James Dahl, Master of Wellington College
Interview with Mrs. Samantha Price, Head at Cranleigh School
Interview with Mrs. Samantha Price, Head at Cranleigh School
Mr. James Dahl spoke to us about the work being done at Wellington College to promote and support social mobility, the possibility of VAT being introduced to school fees and the potential impact of this on social mobility and student support across the education sector.
“The perversity of it is this is going to make our schools more o
Mr. James Dahl spoke to us about the work being done at Wellington College to promote and support social mobility, the possibility of VAT being introduced to school fees and the potential impact of this on social mobility and student support across the education sector.
“The perversity of it is this is going to make our schools more out of reach to a greater number of families and so it will diminish social mobility, I have absolutely no doubt about that and that cannot be a good thing either for our schools or for young people.”
Interview with Mrs. Samantha Price, Head at Cranleigh School
Interview with Mrs. Samantha Price, Head at Cranleigh School
Interview with Mrs. Samantha Price, Head at Cranleigh School
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Mrs. Samantha Price, the new Head of Cranleigh School in Surrey. Having taken up her role in August 2024, Samantha is the first female head in Cranleigh’s nearly 160-year history. In this conversation, she shared her vision for Cranleigh and how she plans to build upon its strong h
In this episode of Education Corner Podcast, we welcomed Mrs. Samantha Price, the new Head of Cranleigh School in Surrey. Having taken up her role in August 2024, Samantha is the first female head in Cranleigh’s nearly 160-year history. In this conversation, she shared her vision for Cranleigh and how she plans to build upon its strong heritage.
“Cranleigh has an immensely strong heart that beats wherever you walk around the school, and that comes from a strength of community which is actually quite rare, I think, to find in a school, and it's definitely supported by the fact that all of the teaching staff live on site.”
Interview with Ben McCarey, Head at Frensham Heights School
Interview with Mrs. Samantha Price, Head at Cranleigh School
Interview with Ben Evans, Headmaster of Windlesham House School
Ben McCarey spoke to us about the innovative and informal approach at Frensham Heights, how they encourage teachers to use creative and experimental methods and how they hope to continue to support this alternative and effective method into the future.
“It's a really beautiful and inspiring environment and we think it gives kids freedom to be kids.”
Interview with Ben Evans, Headmaster of Windlesham House School
Interview with Ben Evans, Headmaster of Windlesham House School
Interview with Ben Evans, Headmaster of Windlesham House School
Ben Evans speaks to us about Windlesham's forward-thinking and innovative approach to being a day and boarding prep school in Sussex.
"There's learning everywhere, learning is happening, children are happy and it has been the best thing that we could have done."
Interview with Dr Joseph Spence, Master of Dulwich College
Interview with Mr. Rory Vokes-Dudgeon, Headteacher at Abingdon House School, N London
Interview with Alex Tate, Head at St Johns School Leatherhead
Dr. Joseph Spence discusses Dulwich College's bursaries and philanthropic ethos, and reflects on what has changed and what has remained the same throughout his career, as he approaches the end of his tenure at the school, having announced his Summer 2025 retirement after over 30 years of working in education.
"The first part of our ethos a
Dr. Joseph Spence discusses Dulwich College's bursaries and philanthropic ethos, and reflects on what has changed and what has remained the same throughout his career, as he approaches the end of his tenure at the school, having announced his Summer 2025 retirement after over 30 years of working in education.
"The first part of our ethos and values is equity, respect and service, and I'm confident to just keep it at that because that's stemmed from the social revolution of recent years: how we faced up to the challenges of Black Lives Matter and Everyone's Invited, and questions of gender and sexual politics."
Interview with Alex Tate, Head at St Johns School Leatherhead
Interview with Mr. Rory Vokes-Dudgeon, Headteacher at Abingdon House School, N London
Interview with Alex Tate, Head at St Johns School Leatherhead
Alex Tate speaks to us about flexi boarding, inclusive education and the importance of kindness at St John's School, Leatherhead.
“We're very proud of our academics, but we're not a hothouse, we're an all-round education. I always say to pupils and parents when they arrive: “Don't leave here with any regrets that you didn't try things.”
Interview with Mr. Rory Vokes-Dudgeon, Headteacher at Abingdon House School, N London
Interview with Mr. Rory Vokes-Dudgeon, Headteacher at Abingdon House School, N London
Mr. Rory Vokes-Dudgeon speaks to us about the key entry points, SEN provision and academic support available at Abingdon House School.
"I recently read somewhere that making sure that a student with special educational needs has the appropriate accessibility to a curriculum is just as important as making sure that a student with physical needs has a ramp into the classroom."
Interview with Mrs. Louisa McCafferty, Headteacher at Broomwood Prep -Girls, Clapham
Boarding School panel interview with Heads from Tonbridge, Downe House, Lancing College and the Vice Principal at The Duke of York's Royal Military School
Mrs. Louisa McCafferty speaks to us about Broomwood’s recent rebrand, the school’s key entry points and the benefits of single-sex education.
"We want school to feel like a home from home, because actually the children then feel safe, they feel secure, they feel comfortable in their surroundings, and because of this multi-site approach, w
Mrs. Louisa McCafferty speaks to us about Broomwood’s recent rebrand, the school’s key entry points and the benefits of single-sex education.
"We want school to feel like a home from home, because actually the children then feel safe, they feel secure, they feel comfortable in their surroundings, and because of this multi-site approach, we're able to tailor those sites to the children who are there."
Boarding School panel interview with Heads from Tonbridge, Downe House, Lancing College and the Vice Principal at The Duke of York's Royal Military School
Boarding School panel interview with Heads from Tonbridge, Downe House, Lancing College and the Vice Principal at The Duke of York's Royal Military School
Boarding School panel interview with Heads from Tonbridge, Downe House, Lancing College and the Vice Principal at The Duke of York's Royal Military School
A panel discussion about the differences between single-sex and co-educational boarding, the benefits of boarding and the future of boarding schools.
Mr. James Priory: “It is about developing independence but it's also about doing that in the context where there is a lot of support.” The opportunities and experiences provided by boarding
A panel discussion about the differences between single-sex and co-educational boarding, the benefits of boarding and the future of boarding schools.
Mr. James Priory: “It is about developing independence but it's also about doing that in the context where there is a lot of support.” The opportunities and experiences provided by boarding also remain important, Mr. Dominic Oliver emphasised: “What we have to offer is so filled with a richness of opportunity.” Further to this, Mrs. Emma McKendrick added the importance of the interpersonal skills boarding teaches: “They learn to live with all sorts of people from all sorts of different countries, different backgrounds, different approaches. When they're out in the working world, they never worry about who they're going to work alongside, because they've learned to live alongside a whole variety of different people.”
Interview with Mr. Andy Johnson, Head at Truro School, Cornwall
Boarding School panel interview with Heads from Tonbridge, Downe House, Lancing College and the Vice Principal at The Duke of York's Royal Military School
Boarding School panel interview with Heads from Tonbridge, Downe House, Lancing College and the Vice Principal at The Duke of York's Royal Military School
Mr. Andy Johnson speaks to us about the bespoke boarding experience at Truro School, the school’s unique Cornish setting, mental health support and compassionate values.
"We try to use the language of belonging as much as the language of inclusion. I think ‘belonging’ speaks to people about how they can feel empowered - not just how the
Mr. Andy Johnson speaks to us about the bespoke boarding experience at Truro School, the school’s unique Cornish setting, mental health support and compassionate values.
"We try to use the language of belonging as much as the language of inclusion. I think ‘belonging’ speaks to people about how they can feel empowered - not just how they can feel involved - and I think that distinction is really, really important in any discussion around EDI and belonging. "
Interview with Mr. Edward Venables, Head at Eagle House School, Berkshire
Interview with Katherine Vintiner, Principal at Hampton Court House School, Richmond
Interview with Katherine Vintiner, Principal at Hampton Court House School, Richmond
Mr. Edward Venables speaks to us about the benefits of boarding at Eagle House, their Golden Eagle Programme and how their curriculum is preparing pupils for a future within a fast-changing world.
"Understanding what the world of work looks like now, how a modern senior school is preparing children for that world is really, really criti
Mr. Edward Venables speaks to us about the benefits of boarding at Eagle House, their Golden Eagle Programme and how their curriculum is preparing pupils for a future within a fast-changing world.
"Understanding what the world of work looks like now, how a modern senior school is preparing children for that world is really, really critical. Aligned with that, having an understanding of the mental health challenges and other pastoral pressures that teenagers face allows me to work incredibly hard to equip the young people who come through Eagle House with the skills to be as prepared as possible for that next stage of their life."
Interview with Katherine Vintiner, Principal at Hampton Court House School, Richmond
Interview with Katherine Vintiner, Principal at Hampton Court House School, Richmond
Interview with Katherine Vintiner, Principal at Hampton Court House School, Richmond
Principal Katherine Vintiner speaks to us about Hampton Court House’s purposeful informality, the school’s core ethos and values and provision for students wanting to attend from further afield.
"So, our whole approach is around enabling young people to feel confident, to find themselves, that sense of self-efficacy, that sense of self-awareness, to find their passion, and to really fly!"
Interview with Ms. Cathy Ellott, Head at Streatham and Clapham High GDST, London
Interview with Katherine Vintiner, Principal at Hampton Court House School, Richmond
Interview with Ms. Cathy Ellott, Head at Streatham and Clapham High GDST, London
Ms. Cathy Ellott speaks to us about Streatham and Clapham’s holistic approach to education, the role of social change and responsibility in the student experience and the school’s diverse and multifaith cohort.
"Our ethos is about that sense of stretch and challenge for the individual and recognising strength and opportunity with no invisible girls."