Episodes

  • I think my school is getting things wrong. What should I do?
    Nov 22 2024

    Join Adam and Amy as they dive into the most common question they get, which is around what to do if your school is trying to get you to so something that professionally you don\t agree with. There are, unfortunately, no easy answers. :(

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    32 mins
  • Should we ditch Shakespeare?
    Nov 15 2024

    In this episode, Adam and Amy delve into the English curriculum and look at whether the calls to ditch Shakespeare in favour of more modern texts are warranted or do violence to our cultural heritage.

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    52 mins
  • What does one of the country's leading CEOs have to say about curriculum, attendance, and more?
    Nov 8 2024

    In this episode Adam and Amy interview Stuart Lock, CEO of Advantage Schools. Stuart discusses all things education and the conversation spans curriculum, behaviour, attendance, and more. Not to be missed!

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    57 mins
  • Exploring the Legacy of Tim Brighouse
    Oct 25 2024

    Amy is away so Adam is joined by Adam Robbins, David Cameron (not that one) and Professor Mick Waters to discuss their new book exploring the legacy of Tim Brighouse. They cover the current relevance of his work including a focus on the impact of the London Challenge and similar schemes elsewhere.

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    57 mins
  • Should it be illegal to use a phone on school grounds?
    Oct 18 2024

    In this episode, Adam and Amy dive into a recent move by a Labour MP to toughen the rules around children accessing mobile phones and addictive content. They also discuss discover learning and 'what makes an outstanding lesson?' Tune in and share!

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    48 mins
  • Do teachers need to stop moaning?
    Oct 11 2024

    Adam and Amy discuss whether or not teaching is still a good carrer and answer questions from the listeners, including ones about tracking knowledge over time and calling a class back to silence.

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    56 mins
  • What are Ofsted going to do next?
    Oct 4 2024

    In this episode, Amy and Adam revisit Ofsted's Big Listen and explore their proposals. Are their suggestions and next steps corporate wool, or do they represent a concrete attempt to improve and rebuild trust?

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    58 mins
  • How do you narrow the disadvantaged gap, and where does job satisfaction come from?
    Sep 27 2024

    Adam and Amy answer questions from the listeners, including questions about workplace motivation, and closing the pupil premium gap.


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    48 mins