All about Rethinking Education
A new school year always feels like a fresh start – with new faces, new possibilities, and plenty of new challenges too. But the pace of policy developments and shifting priorities can make it difficult to stay on top of things.
That’s why we’re excited to be back with the Rethinking Education podcast, your free resource for staying informed and inspired as the school year unfolds.
In each episode, we sit down with the people shaping the future of education – from researchers and classroom practitioners, to school and academy trust leaders. Together, we reflect on real-life success stories from across the sector, sharing strategies and solutions to help you meet today’s challenges with confidence.
Whether it’s curriculum design, school attendance, or neurodiversity and inclusion, we cover the issues that matter most in education, ensuring you’re fully equipped for whatever the school year brings.
Our hosts
Rachel Foster
As Director of HR and Education Strategy, Rachel has represented schools, academies, local authorities and governing bodies in risk management, employment tribunals and other litigation, exit strategies and succession planning. She has a deep understanding of school leadership and business management.
Jo GrayÂ
Jo has many years of school leadership experience, working with schools all over the North West and beyond. As Head of Educational Development, she works across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 delivering leadership support, whole school curriculum and literacy support. Jo is also lead moderator for KS1 & 2 in Oldham and monitors SATs and phonics in Manchester.
Latest episodes
The Importance of Effective Governance in Schools and Trusts
Mark Granby, a former National Leader of Governance and a Chair of Trustees at two multi academy trusts, joins us to discuss a very key element for every educational establishment’s leadership capacity – one of Governance.
Playful Schools: Reclaiming Joy and Childhood
Headteacher Suzi Bray discusses how we can use a playful approach to meet curriculum goals and provide opportunities for children to be the best learners they can be. Join us as we share insights from neuroscience, child development and pedagogical research.
The Power of Music in Education
Adam Cooke, Head of Music at One Education, explores how music can support pupils’ academic performance and personal growth. Adam shares best practice and real-life examples of how schools can weave music into the fabric of everyday life, making it a key part of every child’s education.
What’s next?
As we settle into the new term, now is the perfect time to catch up on our latest episodes and get excited for what’s coming next. We have lots of thought-provoking conversations lined up and we’d love to have you with us!Â
Get ready to hear more about upcoming curriculum changes, meaningful parental engagement, supporting learners with SEND and young carers, as well as the growing role of AI in schools.
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