Chatting with Channing

SummaryIn this conversation, Maddy Hookway and Saskia Steinberg reflect on their return to Channing School and the journey of creating their film Type of Rain, which explores themes of grief and healing. They discuss the impact their film has had on audiences, the challenges of producing a short film, and the therapeutic benefits of cold-water swimming. The discussion underscores the importance of community support, the lasting legacy of their friend Rosie, and the ongoing collaboration between the two filmmakers as they continue to craft meaningful stories.TakeawaysReturning to Channing School evokes feelings of nostalgia and reflection.Creating Type of Rain was a collaborative effort grounded in personal experience.The film explores grief and healing through powerful storytelling.Cold-water swimming provides a therapeutic outlet for both filmmakers.The film's impact resonates with audiences, helping to foster community connections.Producing short films presents unique challenges that require careful intention.Rosie's legacy continues to inspire and unite their community.Support from Channing School has been instrumental in their journey.Future collaborations are planned, including a feature-length film.Embracing authenticity and owning one's story is vital for personal growth.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channing_school/

SummaryIn this episode of Chatting with Channing, alumna and Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander Anna Plant shares her remarkable journey from Channing School to her current role in the armed forces. She discusses key moments from her school days, the winding path to her career in the Navy, leadership lessons, life at sea, and reflections on identity, resilience, and purpose. Anna also offers advice to her younger self and touches on themes of emotional awareness, gender, and personal fulfilment in service.Takeaways• Anna Plant attended Channing School from 1997 to 2004.• Her favourite subjects were history, politics, chemistry, and PE — except Latin!• A history teacher, Miss Pate, had a profound influence on her academic and personal development.• Channing traditions like skipping out, the school song, and poetry competitions were memorable.• Anna's journey to the Royal Navy included studying chemistry, working in various jobs, and volunteering as a special constable.• Leadership skills were developed early through university projects and later strengthened through Naval service.• She's most proud of moments where her leadership and judgment positively influenced her teams and outcomes.• Life in the Navy is often misunderstood; much of the work happens on land and includes intense planning.• Anna reflects on the challenges of being one of the few women in male-dominated environments, and how it shaped her identity and visibility.• Living aboard ships impacted her lifestyle and reduced her connection to trends like streaming services.• Receiving mail or care parcels during deployment can be deeply meaningful.• The most fulfilling part of her work is seeing tangible impact and serving alongside purpose-driven people.• Channing helped her appreciate teamwork, self-worth, and the unique talents each individual brings.• Her advice to her younger self: “You don't know what others are going through — be kind, and don't worry if you don't have it all figured out.”Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channing_school/

SummaryIn this episode of Chatting with Channing, Jade Francis, the alumni engagement and archive manager, shares her journey and experiences at Channing School. She discusses the importance of community, the role of Channing Connect in connecting alumni, and inspiring stories from former students. Jade also highlights the significance of the school's archives and her personal passions outside of work.takeawaysJade emphasizes the supportive and family-like community at Channing School.The school values individuals as whole persons, not just their roles.Channing Connect serves as a vital platform for alumni engagement.Events are organized to keep alumni connected and involved with the school.Alumni stories often reflect the impact of teachers on their lives.The archives hold significant historical value and personal memories.Jade is passionate about mental health and therapeutic practices.She enjoys music, travel, and outdoor activities.The importance of being present and resilient in today's fast-paced world.Jade encourages alumni to reconnect and share their experiences.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channing_school/

In this episode of Chatting with Channing, Year 12 history students Ariella and Opal interview Professor Tracy Borman, a distinguished historian and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust. Professor Borman shares her journey from her passion for history ignited by her A-level teacher to her prestigious career overseeing iconic sites like the Tower of London and Hampton Court Palace. The conversation explores the influence of women on Elizabeth I, the relevance of history for young people today, and misconceptions about Henry VIII. Professor Borman also reflects on the balance between historical accuracy and creative storytelling in media.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channing_school/

SummaryIn this episode of Chatting with Channing, the Duke of Edinburgh Award is explored through the insights of Ms. Yun, the program manager, and four Year 12 students. They discuss the importance of the award in building leadership, resilience, and essential life skills. The conversation covers the different levels of the award, the skills developed through participation, memorable experiences, and advice for future participants, highlighting the program's value in personal growth and teamwork.TakeawaysThe Duke of Edinburgh Award fosters teamwork and resilience.Students often find themselves in unfamiliar groups, enhancing social skills.The program includes various sections like expeditions and volunteering.Resilience is a key quality developed through the challenges faced.Gold award participants have a unique opportunity to visit Buckingham Palace.Experiences during the award often lead to lasting memories and friendships.Positive attitudes significantly enhance the experience of the program.Learning practical skills like map reading is a valuable takeaway.The program is recognised by organisations, enhancing students' applications.Humour and camaraderie are essential in overcoming challenges during expeditions.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

In this episode of Chatting with Channing, we sit down with renowned author, journalist, and TV producer and the speaker at our annual STEM lecture Simon Singh, along with sixth form students Alisa and Natalia, who are aspiring mathematicians. Simon discusses his journey from particle physics to becoming a celebrated science communicator, exploring the fascinating worlds of mathematics, cryptography, and even The Simpsons. Together, they uncover the magic of maths, the importance of challenging oneself, and the value of pursuing passions. Don't miss Simon's advice on balancing creativity and discipline, and hear how his groundbreaking books continue to inspire.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

Summary In this conversation, head girls Suhanna and Matilda share their experiences and responsibilities at Channing Junior School. They discuss the qualities that led them to become head girls, their excitement for senior school, and their favourite school traditions. The girls reflect on the lessons they've learned, the impact of their teachers, and the unique aspects of their school environment, including the food and extracurricular activities. They also share their upcoming responsibilities and express their fondness for their school as they prepare to transition to the next stage of their education. Key Takeaways Being a head girl involves helping others with their problems.Character traits linked to animals guide leadership roles.Taster days are important for experiencing new subjects.Extracurricular activities enhance school life.Empathy and resilience are key lessons learned.The Channing Promise encourages respect and kindness.School lunches are a highlight of the day.School traditions create lasting memories.Practical science lessons are engaging and fun.Transitioning to senior school brings excitement and nervousness.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

SummaryIn this episode of Chatting with Channing, Miss Bolton, the head of junior sport at Channing School, shares her journey and insights into the importance of sports in the lives of young girls. She discusses the various sports programs available, the values learned through sports, and how they contribute to mental health and personal development. Miss Bolton emphasizes the significance of fostering a positive mindset in competitions and highlights the successes of the junior sports teams. The conversation also touches on her personal passion for sports and the growing accessibility of women's sports.TakeawaysMiss Bolton has been at Channing for nine years.Sports teach valuable lessons like friendship and confidence.Inclusivity in sports is prioritized for all skill levels.Fun is the core value in all sports activities.The school offers a wide range of sports programs.Water sports are accessible despite the school's location.Mental health benefits are significant through sports participation.A positive mindset is crucial in competitions.Success stories inspire younger generations of athletes.The growth of women's sports is encouraging for future athletes.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

SummaryReverend Daniel Costley shares his journey to becoming a Unitarian minister and how his faith has influenced his personal and professional life. He explains the core beliefs and values of Unitarianism, including freedom, reason, and tolerance. He discusses the welcoming and inclusive nature of Unitarian churches and the importance of community and individual spiritual exploration. Reverend Costley also highlights the Unitarian commitment to social justice and interfaith dialogue. He shares his role as a governor at Channing School, an independent girls' school with Unitarian values, and the importance of education and creating safe spaces for students. He concludes by discussing his hobbies of photography and learning Spanish.TakeawaysUnitarianism is a faith that values freedom, reason, and tolerance, allowing individuals to find their own spiritual path.Unitarian churches are welcoming and inclusive, providing a space for community and individual exploration.Unitarians are committed to social justice and engage in interfaith dialogue to learn from and work with other faith traditions.Channing School, an independent girls' school with Unitarian values, prioritizes education, inclusivity, and creating safe spaces for students.Reverend Costley enjoys photography and learning Spanish as his hobbies.Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

Summary Rosie Gillece, the registrar of Channing School, discusses the admissions process and philosophy at the school. She explains that the admissions process covers the junior and senior school, with different entry points at 4+, 11+, and sixth form. Rosie emphasises the importance of getting to know the whole child and looks for girls who are interested, interesting, and kind. She also discusses the timeline and application process for each entry point, including interviews and assessments. Rosie mentions the use of technology, such as the Channing admissions portal, to streamline the application process. She concludes by highlighting the importance of parents asking detailed questions and the flexibility in the decision-making process. Takeaways Channing School focuses on getting to know the whole child during the admissions process The admissions process covers entry points at 4+, 11+, and sixth form Technology, such as the Channing admissions portal, is used to streamline the application process Parents are encouraged to ask detailed questions and prioritise their child's education Channing School offers a bespoke service and considers each applicant individually Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#026 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.The Forest School program at Channing School began seven years ago and has since expanded to cover reception through year four. The program offers a wide range of outdoor activities and equipment in a mature garden/forest setting. The evolution of the program has been driven by the interest of the pupils and the recognition of its value in their development. The teachers involved in the program are passionate about being outside and have a variety of outdoor skills. The Forest School provides opportunities for the children to engage in activities such as pond dipping, whittling, tree climbing, and rope swinging. The program promotes creativity, imagination, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills. It also aligns with the broader curriculum, complementing subjects like history, geography, math, and art. The Forest School enhances the students' well-being, physical activity, and connection with nature. Parents have noticed positive changes in their children's confidence, resilience, and engagement with the outdoors. The program emphasizes sustainability, responsibility for the environment, and care for plants and animals. The Forest School fosters a sense of adventure, curiosity, and a positive outlook on oneself and one's skills.TakeawaysThe Forest School program at Channing School provides a wide range of outdoor activities and equipment in a mature garden/forest setting.The program promotes creativity, imagination, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.The Forest School aligns with the broader curriculum, complementing subjects like history, geography, math, and art.The program enhances the students' well-being, physical activity, and connection with nature.Parents have noticed positive changes in their children's confidence, resilience, and engagement with the outdoors.The Forest School fosters a sense of adventure, curiosity, and a positive outlook on oneself and one's skills.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#025 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolemail: music@channing.co.uk

#022 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.Join us as Katie takes us on a nostalgic journey through her school days at Channing, where her passion for storytelling began. From conquering daunting staircases to forming lifelong friendships, Katie paints a vivid picture of her formative years and the lessons she learned.Discover the behind-the-scenes tales of Katie's journey from aspiring journalist to acclaimed royal correspondent. From chance encounters with Prince Harry to covering milestone events like the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, Katie's career has been nothing short of extraordinary.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#022 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#022 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#021 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.Today, we're delighted to have a conversation with some of the key figures behind the upcoming production of 'Chicago.' Joining us are the talented individuals who have played roles in bringing the production to life. Miss Hill, the Director of the Show and the Head of Drama, who has guided the production with her artistic prowess and creative vision.Ms. Zanardo, the Musical Director of 'Chicago,' responsible for weaving the enchanting melodies and harmonies that have breathed life into the musical's iconic songs.We're also joined by two Sixth Form students, Eliza and Evie, who stepped into the limelight as the leading ladies, portraying Roxie and Velma with captivating performances.It's a great episode and I think you're going to love it. So come with me as we step into a conversation about Chicago at Channing.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#020 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.Now today we're talking to the Lead Counsellor at the Senior School, Jennifer Barnaby. That means we're going to find out exactly what that means, what the services are that are available to the pupils and why this is so important.But we also ask Jennifer for her top tips for all of us to improve our mental health, so good to hear these.That's all coming up in this episode so come with me as Arabella speaks to the Lead Counsellor at the Senior School, Jennifer Barnaby.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#019 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.In this episode we're talking all about sustainability with Mr Hill, Miss Walker, and Lola & Grace from Y13. So we get to find out why Lola and Grace wanted to be involved in this, we hear about some of the key environmental challenges and issues that Channing faces with this, and how all this will be looking on a day-to-day level.That's all coming up in this episode so come with me as Arabella speaks to Mr Hill, Miss Walker, Lola and Grace in this episode of Chatting with Channing.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#018 - Welcome to chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents, and the school's alumni to give you a true reflection of life on High Gate Hill.In this episode, we're talking to Simon Gray. He's the Technical and Creative Manager at Channing.We're about to find out what that actually means, how he got into this, but also some of the fulfilling and challenging parts of his role. It's a great episode and a really interesting conversation with Arabella, so come with me as we speak to the Technical and Creative Manager at Channing. It's Simon Gray.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#017 -Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.In this episode we're talking to Miss Dina Hamalis, Head of the Junior School, about something called character education. We're going to find out what this is, what the character traits are that are implemented into lessons, how the pupils use them and we find out about different character weeks.This is a great episode and I'm sure you're going to love it. So come with me as speak to the Head of the Junior School, it's Miss Dina Hamalis.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#015 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.In this episode we're talking about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with students Aliya and Bea. They're about to talk to us about why this is such an important topic, what it means to be a DEI Officer, what they're working on at the moment and what else they're involved in at Channing.This is such an important subject so it's great to see it being taken seriously.So come with me now as Arabella speaks to the school's DEI Officers, it's Bea and Aliya.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#014 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.Now this episode is great because we're speaking to three sixth formers at school. Anushka, Inès and Grace are all in Year 12 and heavily involved in the school's Young Enterprise programme. So naturally, I ask them what Young Enterprise is all about and we find out what they're all doing, the initiatives they're all involved in and what the important factors are for them working on these projects.The great thing I discovered on this is that Young Enterprise isn't just students working in isolation on these projects or even in pairs. But instead they work in bigger organisations, just like in real life. Because, it is real life!So enough from me, instead let's get into this episode as we speak now to three students involved in Young Enterprise. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolYoung Enterprise links:https://www.instagram.com/_need4beads/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/secure.the.bag.co/?hl=en

#013 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.In this episode we're finding out about partnerships the school has and why these are so important. Jennifer Kung is the Director of Higher Education Partnerships at school so she liaises with various people both in school and outside school, and she's joined by Andrew Sanalitro, CEO of Highgate Newtown Community Partners, a charity that works with a number of organisations in the North London area including Channing.So we're going to find out just what this partnership is, how Channing connects with local schools in the area, we'll find out about the summer camp and why this is all so important for the students at Channing.That's all coming up now so come with me as we dive into partnerships with Jennifer Kung and Andrew Sanalitro.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

#012 -Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.In this episode we're speaking to Catherine Budgett-Meakin, she left the school back in 1964 so life back then will have, in some ways, been very different to life in 2022/23. We find out some of her memories of life in school, what that's like when they're mixed with life today in school, and how the school prepared her for life after Channing, something that's so important today.So for all that, and for much more, come with me now as Arabella speaks to Catherine Budgett-Meakin.Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_schoolCareers Programme

#011 -Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we're getting into catering as we speak to two people. Judith Hibbert is the school's catering manager and she's joined by Chris Stanley, an external consultant who's been working with the school for a number of years. So we're going to hear what life looks like behind the scenes in the catering department, how Judith plans the food choices for the pupils, how she ensures there's the right level of nutrition while also listening to what the hungry mouths would like to eat, but then we also hear from Chris who's been consulting with the school on various projects, most recently the renovation of the dining hall. That's all coming up in this episode so let's jump into a food world as we speak to Judith Hibbert and Chris Stanley. Channing School Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channingschool (www.facebook.com/channingschool) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school (www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school) Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChanningSchool (twitter.com/ChanningSchool) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channing_school/ (www.instagram.com/channing_school) https://www.channing.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Channing-Senior-School-Careers-Programme-Overview.pdf (Careers Programme)

#010 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we speak to some Sixth Form pupils about their time at Channing. We go through their whole time at Channing School, talking about what they have been involved in and how Sixth Form has prepared the pupils for later life. So come with us now as we hear from Sixth Form pupils. Channing School Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channingschool (www.facebook.com/channingschool) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school (www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school) Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChanningSchool (twitter.com/ChanningSchool) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channing_school/ (www.instagram.com/channing_school) https://www.channing.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Channing-Senior-School-Careers-Programme-Overview.pdf (Careers Programme)

#009 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.In this episode we'll be talking to Mrs Jane Simpson  who is a former pupil and who has had a very successful law career.We're going talking to Jane about her school memories and her career  as a lawyer and will also find out what advice she would have had for her teenage self if she could go back in time.So come with us now as we hear from Mrs Jane SimpsonChanning School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_schoolCareers Programme

#008 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we'll be talking to Ms Penglase who teaches the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art syllabus at Channing School.We talk about the summer exams and how students benefit from working towards them. We'll also catch up with some students to find out what's great about studying drama and as a real treat, we are going to hear some extracts from the students' exam pieces.So come with us now as we hear from Vivienne Penglase and some of her students too. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_schoolCareers Programme

#007 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we'll be talking to Head of Careers Eleni Pavlopoulos and some of the pupils. We'll find out about the careers programme in Channing School and about the children's roles as career leaders. But we also get to find out more about Eleni's career and some of the more interesting careers pupils have chosen in the past... So come with us now as we speak to Head of Careers Eleni Pavlopoulos and some of the pupils. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school Careers Programme

#006 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we're speaking to Director of Partnerships and Higher Education, Jennifer Kung. Jennifer will be chatting to us about the UCAS application process, the importance of picking a place that's just right for you, and some advice she'd give to those who aren't quite sure what to do or where to go next. So come with me now as our host, Tracey, takes us into this conversation with Jennifer Kung. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school 

#005 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we're speaking to one of Channing School's alumna, Kitty Underhill. Kitty will be telling us all about her time at Channing, how it prepared her for the future, her favourite subject at school and some of her fondest memories. But Kitty will also talk to us about her journey since leaving Channing in 2011, her role as a body and self acceptance coach, why body positivity is so important to her and what advice she'd give to everyone to encourage and promote body positive thinking. So come with me now as our host Mandy takes us into this conversation with alumna, Kitty Underhill. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school 

#004 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we're speaking to Channing  Senior School's Assistant Headteacher, Andrew Boardman. Andrew will be talking to us about a variety of topics, from his role at Channing and how things have changed in education during his time as a teacher, to the subject he teaches and the time and research that goes into improving how children are taught and how they learn. But Andrew will also talk to us about the learning Spotlight, what it is and how it helps both pupils and parents, as well as discussing academic buoyancy. So come with me now as we talk about all this and more with Assistant Head, Andrew Boardman. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school 

#003 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school's alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we're speaking to Charity Officers, Eliza and Hannah. They'll talk us through what the role of Charity Officer entails, why charity is so important at Channing School and what other support they provide at the school. But we'll also get to hear about the upcoming events they have planned, as well as some advice Eliza and Hannah would give to younger pupils interested in charity work. This episode is great, Eliza and Hannah have a real passion for charity and the work they do at Channing, so come with me now, as we speak to Charity Officers, Eliza and Hannah. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school 

#002 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and from alumnae to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. In this episode we're speaking to Head of the Junior School, Dina Hamalis, as well as some of her pupils. Dina will explore what makes Channing School special, what it's like seeing the girls at Channing learn and grow and she'll even tell us all about the Channing promise. But we also get to hear from some of the girls at Channing themselves, what they love about the school and some of the questions they have for Miss Hamalis too. So come with me now as we talk to Head of the Junior School, Dina, and some of the girls from Channing School. Channing School Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school 

#001 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you'll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and from alumnae to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. And in this episode, our very first, we're speaking to Headmistress of Channing, Mrs Lindsey Hughes. Lindsey is about to explain what it means when you hear the phrase, ‘Girls enjoying success', she talks about the importance of being 10% braver, and we also hear about pastoral care and the educational research the staff get involved in. But then we also get to find out something more about Mrs Hughes herself, how she might choose to spend her time when she's not in school. That's all coming up in the next 20 minutes so come with me as we step into this episode right now with Mrs Lindsey Hughes. Channing School Online: Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool Instagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school 

Welcome to our new podcast, the place to find out more about our school and where we'll be speaking to staff, pupils and parents so that together we're all connected. Our first main episode is coming soon so be sure to check back here in the next few days to see the first release. If you have any questions in the meantime please contact the school through the main website. Thank you for taking an interest, we'll see you soon.Channing School onlineWebsite: www.channing.co.ukFacebook: www.facebook.com/channingschoolLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-schoolTwitter: https://twitter.com/ChanningSchoolInstagram: www.instagram.com/channing_school