Podcasts about ks4

How do you build a successful design & technology department from the ground up with an entirely new staff? What curriculum changes should you make at KS3, KS4 and KS5 to ensure you stretch and challenge what are undoubtedly very bright students? What physical changes can you make to the department's look, feel and function when the budget is tight but you want to improve how students and parents view the subject? What role can external visitors and competitions play in building a successful curriculum offer and delivery?These are all questions that will be tackled in the latest episode of Designed for Life as we head to where Kent touches London in Orpington and talk with staff and students from Newstead Wood School - Sunday Times Schools Guide, State Secondary School of the Year, London, 2025.  In the podcast, we talk to the Headteacher and other senior staff about the role that D&T plays in providing a broad and balanced curriculum. We also speak with Natalie Cameron, Head of Department, about her journey from this part of Kent to China and Singapore, what pulled her back to her origins, and the leadership challenge she has taken on at Newstead Wood.We speak with students from Year 7 to Year 13 about their experience of Design & Technology, why creativity and the knowledge, skills, and personal attributes obtained within the subject are essential to them, and perhaps most importantly, why D&T is fun!So please sit back, grab an hour to yourself, and join me as Designed for Life visits Newstead Wood School https://www.newsteadwood.co.uk/https://www.designtechnology.org.uk/news/designed-for-life-newstead-wood-school/  

Join us for an exclusive bonus episode of the HDYT? Podcast! Hosted by Rachel Johnson, CEO of PiXL, and featuring Zoe Enser (Lead HMI Secondary English) from OFSTED, this episode promises an enriching discussion on the state of English education today. Together, they delve into the highlights of the English education subject report, celebrating the exemplary practices of English teachers nationwide. From recognising the widespread appreciation for English education to navigating the intricacies of nurturing writing skills, this conversation is brimming with profound insights. Explore the nuanced dynamics of code-switching, tones and registers in shaping educators' approach to oracy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and perspectives, regardless of which phase or sector of education you're in. Embark on a journey of reflection, upliftment and discovery as Rachel and Zoe unpack thought-provoking points and share uplifting moments. Tune in today and be inspired by the passion and dedication driving education forward!   If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.    

In this episode, we are delighted to talk with Dawn Foxall and Roy Ballam about the recently released paper commissioned by the Textiles Skills Centre, 'Unravelling the Fabric of Textiles Education'.  As we seek to move the subject forward, building from the bottom up being our approach at the Association, we need to carefully look at where textiles fits into primary and secondary education. Our view is that we want to keep textile education within design and technology, a position that is perhaps challenged by the large number of textile teachers who are now delivering examinations within art and design in secondary education. We were, therefore, somewhat relieved and delighted that this report strongly indicates that textile teachers have moved predominantly for the assessment methodology adopted through art & design and a strong desire to "teach to their expertise" at KS4 and KS5. A large majority have stated in this report that they would come back to design and technology if the examination requirements were adapted to allow them to do this within the subject; this giving us a clear steer as we seek to start the process of reform. We drop the normal format of the podcast and dive straight into the report on this episode; there is so much that demands discussion. Thanks to Dawn and to Roy for giving up their time to talk with me. You can download the report from the TSC: https://www.textilesskillscentre.com/As always, huge thanks to the Edge Foundation for their continued support of this podcast. 

Prepare to enhance your science revision with Karen and Amanda! They're here to revolutionise science exam preparation in this final episode of the ‘HDYT?' science series. From structured methods to rigorous practice testing and innovative multi-disciplinary approaches, they've outlined a toolkit of strategies to help you help students strive for success in science. Join them as they share tips on how to optimise revision sessions, transform the specification into engaging approach-style questions, explore sophisticated techniques such as Cornell notes and self-explanation for effective retention and more.  Tune in for invaluable insights and elevate your exam readiness!   If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.  

Get ready to shake up your approach to revision with a burst of creativity on the final episode of 'HDYT?' English series! Join Rachel Johnson alongside a stellar lineup of educators and authors including Mark Roberts, Amy Staniforth, Stuart Pryke, and Dr. Jamie Edgecombe.   Discover the joy of guiding students through the literary landscape as they blossom into unique and imaginative writers. Sharing many gems like techniques to overcome the initial hurdles of apprehension with a curated "sweet shop of texts”,  exposing students to a rich tapestry of literature, delving into the realm of emotion, expanding vocabularies, and honing the skill of adopting personas effectively. This episode is a treasure trove of innovative ideas waiting for you to explore. Tune in and ignite the spark of creativity in your revision sessions today! If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students.   If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.  

At some point in the year, you'll probably have witnessed the transformation in your students as they embrace the English Literature content, taking pride in their progress and impressing themselves, peers, and teachers alike– so let's make the most of this momentum as we approach exams. Embark on the journey of effective revision strategies in English education with Rachel Johnson and a dynamic team of educators - Ashley Harris, Amy Weir, and Josh Sheehan - on this very practical episode of the 'How do you teach?' podcast. Explore a treasure trove of revision techniques honed through years of experience.  Join us to take a look at several approaches such as chunking to dissect complex texts, streamlining content to alleviate cognitive strain, and fostering collaboration through group work to bolster confidence in articulating ideas. Dive into innovative methods including modelling and deconstructing sophisticated responses, “dual-coding”, creating key quote booklets, and more. Unlock the secrets to effective revision and empower your students to reach new heights of academic success in this vital episode. If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.  

Join Karen and Amanda as they tackle a key issue highlighted in examiners' reports year after year: the struggle with practical questions in exams. In this episode, they delve into the importance of purposeful practicals, dissecting the barriers staff and students face in mastering these essential skills. Drawing insights from key publications such as the Gatsby Good Practical Science Guide and the Education Endowment Fund's Improving Secondary Science, Karen and Amanda explore strategies to overcome these challenges. From understanding the five purposes of practical work, to utilising resources like the auditing tools for further development, they provide so many tips and tricks for success in science. Discover innovative approaches like deconstructed practicals and gain valuable insights whether you're a novice teacher, a non-specialist, or simply looking to refine your practical teaching methods. Tune in today and elevate your approach to practical work in the classroom! If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.

Explore the complexities of teaching calculation skills in science with Karen and Amanda. Novice learners often struggle with grasping formulas, unit conversions, and applying knowledge across disciplines. Join them as they delve into strategies such as speaking the language of maths, effectively rearranging equations, and modelling solutions to challenging problems. Discover invaluable scaffolding techniques like FAME (Fade, Apply, Mistakes/misconceptions, Explain) and FIFA (Formula, Insert, Fine-tune, Answer) to enhance student understanding and support their scientific journey. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, this episode offers practical insights to elevate your teaching approach and empower your students to strive for success.   If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.  

Demystify the vital skill of the teaching and learning of comparison questions in GCSE English with Rachel Johnson and a panel of esteemed educators – Yamina Bibi, Joshua Clarke, and Natalie Sinclair – on this week's episode of the ‘How do you teach?' podcast.  Unravel the complexities of guiding students through comparison questions as we explore actionable strategies and insights. From honing analytical prowess through Socratic questioning to delving into tonal nuances, discover innovative scaffolding approaches to enriching student learning. Explore unconventional resources such as propaganda posters and children's books to foster a deep understanding of comparative language in a low-stakes format.  Tune in to uncover methods for bridging cultural divides and cultivating emotional literacy, equipping your students to strive for success in exams and beyond If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk The ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.

Welcome to "How Do You Teach?” where Karen Collins and Amanda Clegg, authors of 'Grappling with Graphs' and science teaching experts, delve into the perplexing world of graph interpretation and construction. In this episode, Karen and Amanda unravel the mysteries behind why students often struggle with graphs. From the fundamental issues in constructing and interpreting graphs, to the intricacies of plotting and understanding the line of best fit, they leave no stone unturned. Sharing strategies for collaborative teaching with maths colleagues, ensuring a seamless transfer of knowledge between the disciplines, and drawing from research-backed methodologies and evidence-informed practices, this episode is essential listening for anyone seeking to enhance their students' graphing skills, not just in science but across the academic spectrum. Tune in and empower your students to strive for success in science and beyond. If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.  

Being able to evaluate effectively is a crucial skill, both in and out of the English classroom. Join Rachel Johnson (PiXL CEO) and seasoned English educators Jo Heathcote and Richard Twigg (@Richard_Twigg), this week, as they get stuck into the nuances of teaching evaluations, dissecting the joys and challenges, tips and tricks. Whether it is enabling students to debate and critically think about media effectively, addressing the large cognitive load required to attempt these questions, or strengthening the confidence needed for students to be bold in their views, evaluation can be an intimidating thing to teach and learn. Gain practical insights including the power of "Juicy quotations," the balance between prepping and planning, and the efficacy of techniques like "SLOP" (Shed Loads of Practice). Learn how to decode evaluation questions and more as we explore invaluable teaching strategies in this episode of 'How do you teach?'. If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk The ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.

The acquisition and recall of knowledge is very important, but there emerges a need to include understanding and application of knowledge to the practice of teaching science to ensure students are able to use what they have learned, even when facing questions they may not be familiar with.  Amanda and Karen take us back to 2018, where the simple osmosis question that led to “Carrot-gate” highlights the issues students have with the application of knowledge in Science. Diving into the dangers of rote learning, exploring legacy controlled assessments, the vital strategy of ‘think aloud', and how to utilise low threshold – high ceiling tasks, Amanda and Karen unpick how to address building students' resilience and confidence when tackling questions that are unusual to them. With strategies, tips, and recommendations, join us on this crucial science episode of the ‘How Do You Teach?' podcast.   If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.  

Creativity and curiosity lie at the heart of great writing skills, but nurturing this ability can pose difficulties for English educators at every level. This week, we welcome English teachers Luke Boatright (@CPAenglish) and Glynn Palmer-Bell (@teachEnglishLit) to talk about all things writing. Alongside PiXL CEO, Rachel Johnson, they discuss what great writing can open young people up to, exploring their top tips to encourage more inquisitiveness, honing student's imaginative skills, discussing their preferences for descriptive writing vs narrative writing, and recounting experiences that every English teacher in the nation can relate to. From addressing the importance of reading for pleasure amongst their students and the impact this has on writing, to dissecting how to approach questions on structure, to practical techniques like slow writing and ‘vetoing exercises' – Join Rachel, Luke and Glynn to reflect on the power of mastering great writing and how to teach students to tap into it.   If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk If you are new here, the ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.

Extended response questions - overwhelmed students may leave them  blank. Others might try unloading all of the information they know about the topic, without actually answering the question. There are many reasons why students struggle with tackling these questions in exams, but what steps can you take to ensure they know the best way to approach these questions? Join our expert Science duo Karen Collins and Amanda Clegg as they delve into the core issues hindering students in science exams. From understanding command words to employing effective scaffolding strategies, they offer practical advice to empower educators. Uncover essential insights, including decoding examiner reports and modelling optimal responses. Tune in for expert guidance on tackling the toughest challenges in science assessment. Discover the secrets to mastering extended response questions with the "How Do You Teach?" podcast! If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk The ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.

The teaching of unseen texts can provide brilliant opportunities for students to apply their skills and knowledge, but it is not without its challenges. To kick off the first English episode of ‘How do you Teach?', PiXL CEO Rachel Johnson is joined by expert teachers and authors Haili Hughes (@HugesHaili) and Chris Curtis (@Xris32), who discuss the importance of normalising the difficulty of approaching unseen texts, as well as why it is vital to embed skills from Year 7 to improve confidence and familiarity. Chris and Haili delve into why emotional literacy is so crucial to engaging with unseen texts successfully, and how they build up students' navigational skills when approaching different styles of texts to ensure purposeful analysis, rather than feature-spotting. If you are already a PiXL member head over to our website to download our 'How To' guides and or 'Strive for Success' student workbook aimed at KS4 students. If you are interested in finding out more about being a PiXL member, email membership@pixl.org.uk The ‘How do you teach?' podcast from PiXL explores the key areas that pupils find challenging in English and Science. Expert educationalists from our network suggest practical approaches you can take as teachers to help your students strive for success now. Episodes are released weekly episodes to help you support your pupils over this crucial period. English episodes are released on a Monday and Science on a Tuesday. "How do you teach?" is a We Are In Beta production.

Welcome to my Summer 2023 Replay series!This was my first ever podcast episode! In the episode I talked about the pros and cons of using GCSE-style activities at KS3. I think this is particularly relevant as we turn our focus towards the next new GCSE (first teaching 2024) and how we can adapt our KS3 and KS4 lessons to ensure we're covering the requirements of the new GCSE.For more information and ideas on all things new GCSE, come along to my CPD series, starting in September 2023 (don't worry if you've missed it - it's all recorded and available to watch in your own time afterwards). More info here: https://katelanguages.co.uk/product/the-new-gcse-online-cpd-series/Music is from Pixabay by Coma-Media

This is the second part of a two-part series of podcasts, and the first of its kind recorded live in a school. We are excited to be able to bring you what we plan will be a series of spotlight sessions focused on D&T departments nationally. If you have stumbled across this episode without listening to Part One of the mini-series, I politely suggest you go back, as sequencing is quite essential. Baysgarth School is a Co-educational secondary school located in Barton-on-Humber, North Lincolnshire. The school was formed in 1975 by merging Barton Grammar School and Beretun Secondary Modern School. The school moved into new buildings within the last seven years.Ofsted visited the school in January this year, and the school comfortably retained its rating of 'Good'. The school runs a unique curriculum offer with KS3 covered within years seven and eight, freeing up time for their 'Gateway' curriculum within year nine; this curriculum concentrates on four key areas of student development, these being:Achievement - Providing an academic foundation for KS4  study and freeing up time to allow students and their teachers to explore the richness and depth of learning that encourages deeper engagement and cross-curricular work. Preparation for the future - Looking beyond examinations to how their education can help to prepare students for life. Family and Community Engagement - Providing time for visits, cross-curricular work, and promoting community engagement. Intent - Allowing students to change their GCSE option without the stress of having to 'catch up'. Develop a range of employability skills and connect what they do in school to the skillsets and attributes that will prepare students successfully for life.  In this second part of a two-part mini-series, we meet several year nine and ten students who tell us what they think of the offer within D&T/Engineering and how this has positively affected them. We meet with the Employability Mentor to discuss how students at Baysgarth are prepared for life after school, including higher education and work. Meet with the Headteacher, Richard Briggs, to hear how he,  his senior team, governors and staff have balanced a desire to do what is right for their students with pressures from outside to conform. Finally, we meet parents to hear how the D&T/Engineering offer at Baysgarth has positively impacted their son/daughter's experience of school. I don't mind saying we are pretty proud of this podcast's 360 overview of a school's curriculum. We have more planned but would love to know what you think. Please feedback to DesignedforLife @designtechnology.org.uk.I want to thank all the staff involved at Baysgarth School for their complete cooperation on this project that allowed us to produce this podcast mini-series. So sit back, give yourself an hour of reflection and listen to Designed for Life - In conversation with Baysgarth School. https://baysgarthschool.co.uk/https://www.greenpower.co.uk/

This is the first in a two-part series of podcasts and the first recorded live in a school. We are excited to be able to bring you what we plan will be the first in a series of spotlight sessions focused on D&T departments nationally. Baysgarth School is a Co-educational secondary school located in Barton-on-Humber, North Lincolnshire. The school was formed in 1975 through the merger of Barton Grammar School and Beretun Secondary Modern School. The school moved into new buildings within the last seven years.Ofsted visited the school in January this year, and the school comfortably retained its rating of 'Good'. The school runs a unique curriculum offer with KS3 covered within years seven and eight, freeing up time for their 'Gateway' curriculum within year nine; this curriculum concentrates on four key areas of student development, these being:Achievement - Providing an academic foundation for KS4  study and freeing up time to allow students and their teachers to explore the richness and depth of learning that encourages deeper engagement and cross-curricular work. Preparation for the future - Looking beyond examinations to how their education can help to prepare students for life. Family and Community Engagement - Providing time for visits, cross-curricular work, and promoting community engagement. Intent - Allowing students to change their GCSE option without the stress of having to 'catch up'. Develop a range of employability skills and connect what they do in school to the skillsets and attributes that will prepare students successfully for life.  In this first of two podcasts, we talk with Ben Wilson (HoD) and Andrew Browne about how they have shaped and changed the D&T curriculum at Baysgarth, their vision for the department and its students and how their positivity and drive have been essential in getting the department to this point. We also look ahead to their future plans and desire for Baysgarth to be the centre for all STEM-related activity in the Humber region. In part two of this mini-series (to be released next week), we will take inputs from all major stakeholders to the department, including students, the Headteacher, the head of careers engagement and parents. So sit back, plug your earbuds in and listen to Designed for Life in conversation with Ben and Andy, departmental leaders at Baysgarth School, Barton on Humber. https://baysgarthschool.co.uk/https://www.greenpower.co.uk/Please note: this is the first of a learning journey for me as the podcast lead. Please excuse us if the sound quality of this podcast dips beyond our and your expectation in parts - it will not happen again!

In Episode 67, Alex Parsons talks to Patrick about approaches to melodic dictation at KS3 and KS4, as well as ways to develop greater aural awareness; And Ofsted's National Lead for Music, and Senior HMI, Christopher Stevens, answers questions about curriculum design, and assessment in KS3 Music.Presented and produced by Patrick Johns#CanDoMusic #GetPlaying https://trebleteaching.wordpress.com

Five suggested number lines for use in KS3 and KS4 maths lessons Becky Donaldson, from the NCETM's Secondary Team suggests five different number lines for use in lessons, including one appropriate for use with students aiming at the higher GSCE grades. Show notes Taking part in the discussion are: Becky Donaldson, NCETM Assistant Director for Secondary Mathematics Steve McCormack, NCETM Communications Director. Useful links This Espresso from Cambridge Mathematics gives more examples of number lines  The number lines NCETM podcast discussion with examples for KS1 teaching  Checkpoint 2 from the Arithmetic procedures including fractions PowerPoint, downloadable from our Checkpoints page, has a more structured version of the fourth number line in this discussion. The second Key Idea PowerPoint on this page of our Secondary Mastery Professional Development Materials is devoted entirely to double number lines (the fifth example in this discussion).   Diagram This is the sketch Becky and Steve referred to during their conversation. Click to enlarge. 

Julian Clare, exotic pet specialist, tells us all about false widows and other important reptiles and insects following a Northampton school's three day closure due to false widow sightings.   Hannah Rix, co-founder of Readingmate, talks about ghost walks and how they helped her students with their creative writing, before giving us her top spooky books for preschool up to KS4.

I'm joined today by Anna Chaudhry. Anna is the owner of Surbiton Tutor, offering private tuition for pupils in KS1 to KS4. What's unique about Anna is her emphasis on the importance of family engagement in education, and her methodology of encouraging students to build their ability and fluency in a subject through small, manageable steps.  And be sure to listen to the end, where Anna shares with us how she's inspired to continue to support children to achieve a safe, strong and successful life.  So whether you're interested in knowing more about the world of private tutors, or would like to know more about what it takes to run a successful independent business, then I hope you enjoy this episode of the Inside Kingston™ Podcast.   ~ LINKS & RESOURCES ~ Surbiton Tutor - Instagram   ~ YOUR HOST ~  Hi, I'm Amyr Rocha-Lima. I'm a partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a financial planning and wealth management firm based here in Kingston. As an active member of our business community, I want to help other businesses get their story out there and see them succeed and flourish.   ~ HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ~ If you know someone who should be a guest on our show, and has a great story worth sharing, please feel free to get in touch. I would also love it if you would give us a review and a 5-star rating. We work hard to bring on some great guests, and getting a review from you is one way to help the podcast rate well, so others can find and enjoy the show.

Tamsin Bellaby is a Lincolnshire based secondary teacher of Art Photography and recently Business Studies. Tamsin is obsessed with the power of transformative culture within schools. Until January she was the HoY11 and led on inclusion. Tamsin has recently started at a new school where she leads Pupil Premium and drives KS4 and KS5 achievement.

Episode 29 Shownotes Main Topic: Starting the new academic year Resources: That's a Wrap! ELT Lesson Jam 11 - 14/02/21 – Freeed.com That's a Wrap! ELT Lesson Jam 12 - 28/02/21 – Freeed.com English Teacher Quiz Show Freelance Your Way to Freedom Workshop Series California World Language Project Programs & Events Primary Resources - KS2, KS1, Early Years (EYFS) KS3, KS4, Twinkl Freeed - teachers' own community. Newsela: Online Education Platform for Content, K-12 Curriculum Liveworksheets.com - Interactive worksheets maker for all languages and subjects English ESL worksheets, activities for distance learning and physical classrooms Cult of Pedagogy Learn English Online NPR : National Public Radio : News & Analysis, World, US, Music & Arts : NPR Teaching gold star: Daniel’s virtual bestie Stephanie on Focusmate Focusmate: Stop procrastinating, start doing!

We're joined this week by Lucy, Sean's colleague and KS4 lead for English. Listen we discuss the brilliance and terror of Imelda Staunton's Umbridge, confess our Hufflepuff shame, and discuss what makes Harry such a brilliant teacher. 

This episode focusses on KS4 and KS5 composition, with music teacher and coursework moderator Jane Werry offering some dos and don'ts, amongst other great advice.Plus, one invaluable of the UK's top composers, Bob Chilcott offers invaluable advice to music teachers, about the compositional process.And speech and language therapist Brian Saccente-Kennedy discusses teachers' vocal health, flagging up the long-term consequences of poor technique, and he gives some important advice for all teachers.Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.

In this third episode of Teaching Notes, Patrick gets some last minute composition tips for KS4 and KS5, from composer and Director of Music, Dr Steven Berryman; hears from Angus Meryon about a fantastic KS3 lesson - Pencil Case Music - for when you have no instruments or computers available; and meets the CEO of the London Music Fund, Chrissy Kinsella, to find out about the LMF's new collaboration with YouTube, entitled Amplify London.Produced and presented by Patrick Johns.

In this episode we are joined by Prison A Reality. The Learning Lounge was part of a Year 9 PSHE Day and hosted Prison A Reality. We decided to ask them some questions on our podcast to find out what they were all about. We discuss jobs in prisons, why they talk in schools, the state of UK prisons and of course BOOKS - Battle Scars by Jason Fox (not Jamie Fox)! Later Claire & Sophie chat about what they've been reading; Gentleman's Guide to vice & Virtue by Mackenzi Lee,Lightening Mary by Anthea Simmons, A Kestrel for a Knave by Bary Hines and Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. We will be back after half term! Until then follow us on twitter @Lounge_Learning. Prison A Reality website: http://www.prisonareality.co.uk/ Apologies for the background noise in this episode. KS4 break were outside!

In this second episode of Teaching Notes, the Music Teachers' Association's podcast, Patrick Johns visits The Kingston Academy to meet the Head of Music, Celia Carter, to chat about their KS3 Schemes of Work, and some of the problems of being a single-person department; plus James Manwaring offers some helpful advice on essay-writing at KS4 and KS5; and Patrick meets violinist Nicola Benedetti and her colleague Elsa Bradley to find out more about Nicola's new Benedetti Sessions weekends. Presented by Patrick Johns.

In this first episode of Teaching Notes, the Music Teachers' Association's new podcast, Patrick meets Helena McKillop at The Peterborough School to find out about their Schemes of Work at KS3, and their preferred exam boards at KS4 and KS5; plus Michael Wright delivers some excellent CPD on a scheme of work on Looping; and current MTA President Simon Toyne discusses the current position of Music Education in the UK, and more. Presented and produced by Patrick Johns

The third episode of Youth Music's podcast is a recording of a panel debate from the Music Education & Drama Expo held in Manchester in October 2018. "Supporting the 21st Century Musician" was hosted by Max Wheeler and features representatives from the main exam boards including Dan Francis (RSL Awards / Rockschool), Marie Bessant (OCR), Dave Lowe (Manor CE Academy York / AQA), Jeffery Hole (Pearson), and Carol Reid from Youth Music.The discussion explores how to best engage young people working in newer genres of music or using music technology in KS3 & KS4 classrooms and how to use this to boost uptake of GCSE and other qualifications.Rising star Laura Kindelan plays out the podcast - hear more at LauraKindelan.co.ukMusic & Drama Education Expo 2019Europe’s largest conference and exhibition for anyone involved in music & drama education, takes place on 6-7 March 2019, hopefully see you there!Youth Music Network: Join the Youth Music Network an online community for music education and youth work professionals to find jobs, share practice and download resources. Follow us on Twitter.com/YouthMusicNet for the latest news and future episodes of the Youth Music Podcast. If you enjoyed the podcast please share, subscribe and rate us on your favourite podcasting app. Support the show (https://www.youthmusic.org.uk/donate)

After GCSE, 20% fewer girls than boys continue studying maths. This limits their access to some of the more challenging, interesting and lucrative careers. But why? In this podcast episode we speak with Rachel Beddoes, Girls' Participation Coordinator of the Advanced Maths Support Programme (AMSP). She explains what the barriers are for girls, and what teachers and schools can do to overcome these. She also gives details of events and bespoke support available from the AMSP and other organisations. There are links below for more details on these. Show notes Taking part in the discussion are: Rachel Beddoes, Girls' Participation Coordinatior, AMSP Gwen Tressider, Communications Manager, NCETM Episode chapters 00:57 – The creation of the AMSP 02:34 – Rachel's (maths) life story 04:34 – Why is a Girls Participation Officer needed? 07:34 – Why are fewer girls doing advanced maths than boys? 11:33 – What is AMSP doing about it? 13:50 – How could teachers address these barriers? 15:30 – Core Maths and girls 19:33 – What can teachers do?  22:01 – What are Stemettes? 24:11 – What can 11-16 schools do? 26:13 – The role of female maths teachers 28:51 – Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) 31:33 – Whole school strategies Links for research and initiatives mentioned in the interview: FMSP/UCL research: Gender and Participation in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, March 2017, referred to by Rachel and NCETM summary article Institute of Fiscal Studies report: How can we increase girls' uptake of maths and physics A level, August 2018 DfE research published Feb 2019: Attitudes towards STEM subjects by gender at KS4 looking at girls' enjoyment of and confidence in studying STEM subjects as well as beliefs about job prospects, earning potential and future plans (published shortly after the interview was recorded) Advanced Maths Support Programme (AMSP) website, in particular, these pages: Supporting students' transition to advanced maths, specifically the section at the bottom of the page, with ideas and resources to encourage girls to consider taking maths Girls' participation self-audit for schools: a list of ideas – how many is your school doing? Events Local support Stemettes: a social enterprise working to inspire and support young women into STEM careers WISE (Women in Science, Engineering and Maths) campaigns: People like me and My skills, my life.

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The big news in public health this week with the parliamentary vote on the introduction of standardised cigarette packets. A move the tobacco industry has resisted fiercely. Inside Health discusses the evidence for the sort of impact the policy might have on the nation's smoking habits? The difficult issue of when and how to tell children about sex. Schools throughout England are to be offered new guidance to help them with sex education in PHSE classes for KS3 and KS4 pupils. But, the classes are still not going to be made a statutory part of the curriculum. Inside Health's Margaret McCartney examines the evidence. And a listener has asked about gallstones after a recent scan had shown debris or sludge in the gallbladder. Plus news from Las Vegas, New York and the UK on trends in plastic surgery.

Martin Clemoes has combined a passion for photography with a real talent for programming, to produce a genuinely innovative product, Eye2Eye Britain. Imagine if the google street view van could go off road and scale mountains, or get inside the House of Parliament. This will start to give you a sense for what Eye2Eye Britain […]

Martin Clemoes, author of Eye2Eye Britain, spent the summer of 2010 photographing the highlands and islands of Scotland with a panoramic camera he designed and built himself. We chat to Martin about his trip. Listen here: More allofict podcasts can be found here Advertisements

KS4 students from Moselle School and students from Haringey 6th Form Centre had a great time working with 21st Century Classroom at the BBC making this podcast about change.

We talk to Keith Williams, author of Physconcepts, about this highly popular program that supports the teaching of physics at GCSE level

Has Physics become the new Latin? Keith Williams of Physics Concepts talks about the state of science teaching at GCSE

Amel, Daniyal and Monica discuss some songs inspired by the play, and explore how the lyrics either support or subvert our understanding of character or themes.