Teachers Talk Radio
Teachers Talk Radio is a podcast where educators call in, text in, and join the conversation. It provides a platform for teachers to discuss their experiences, challenges, and insights in education. The show encourages active participation from listeners, fostering a community of educators sharing their voices.
Episodes
What Keeps Teachers Satisfied?: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
Continuing the mini-series on teacher job satisfaction, Darren explores the literature about the satisfaction criteria for teachers and considers whether the length of time you've been in the job impacts how satisfied you feel.
Is “low-level” disruption still ruining too many lessons? Points of View
Chatting, calling out, tapping and answering back: how much disruption has become accepted as part of everyday teaching?
On Points of View, we debate the cumulative impact of so-called low-level disruption on teachers and pupils. Where is the line between ordinary classroom restlessness and behaviour that stops others learning?
Are expectations clear and consistent and do teachers get the support
The Late Show with Sarah Wilkinson-Crute: Behind classroom doors - who really keeps schools running?
Who keeps our schools running when the classroom doors close? This show shines a light on the often-overlooked support staff who keep education moving. From dealing with frustrated parents to supporting teachers and school leaders, their contribution is vital but often unrecognised. Featuring an interview with an 18-year-old school office apprentice, the show explores the realities behind the scen
Keep It Real - Values, Virtues and the Cost of Holding the Line: The Late Show with Tim Smale
Tim Smale is joined by executive headteacher Adrian McLean to ask why school values so often go out of the window, and why schools might need virtues instead. They also get into teacher overload and the rise in AI-written complaints to schools. Adrian has taken one question to the TEDx stage and the House of Lords: what does character ask of a leader when holding the line is the lonely and expensi
Know Your Worth: The Twilight Show with Mehmet Ali Zekay
Know Your Worth, hosted by Mehmet Ali Zekay, explores confidence, professional value and having the courage to ask for more. In this episode, Mehmet speaks with Dr Rebecca Taylor, a Physics teacher, about recognising your worth, career progression and why teachers shouldn’t be afraid to have conversations about pay.
Is Pupil Behaviour Making Teachers Ill? - Points of View
Headaches, migraines, nausea and high blood pressure: are we taking the health impact of poor pupil behaviour seriously enough?
JP, Liz Webb and Maud Waret discuss a NASUWT survey linking severe pupil behaviour with higher rates of reported physical health problems.
Of more than 10,000 respondents, 59% reported verbal abuse from pupils in the previous year and 17% reported physical assault. Should
Myth busting about Vaping, challenging Misogyny using allies and good news about RSHE: The PSHE Update Episode 4
In this fourth episode, PSHE lead and educator Clare Price considers how to challenge the unsafe myths that vaping is "safe", considers who might be the right person to deliver messages about misogyny in schools and statistics that show young people are increasingly positive about Relationships and Sex Education.
Articles referenced include:
One million UK people who have never smoked are now va
The Late Show with Konstantinos Pappas: Knowledge Exchange in Higher Education
In this episode, Konstantinos is joined by Dr Irida Ntalla from London College of Communication to explore knowledge exchange in higher education. Together, they discuss how universities connect with industry and communities, the benefits for students, and the opportunities knowledge exchange offers for teaching, academic development and career progression.
Are Ofsted’s days numbered? Points of View
This week, multiple reports paint a picture of a watchdog under pressure, with school leaders questioning Ofsted’s leadership, unions losing confidence, and serious concerns mounting over the impact of inspections on school leadership and staff wellbeing.
An independent study has found that almost nine in ten schools reported a negative impact on staff mental health following inspection, while ASC
Laura Trott says some teaching is “propaganda that’s brainwashing our children”: Points of View
Are classrooms becoming politically biased, or are teachers being dragged into another political row? Tonight on Points of View, we debate Laura Trott’s claim that some teaching on equality, citizenship and identity amounts to “propaganda that’s brainwashing our children”. The Conservatives are proposing compulsory impartiality training, greater Ofsted scrutiny and a ban on school “culture” or “id
Rioting students in France, parental harassment and persistent absenteeism: Maybe the UK isn't so bad?
The teaching profession is tough in the UK with high workload, sustained accountability pressures and increasing levels of student need. But how do the pressures in the UK compare to those overseas? Perhaps we have some reasons to be thankful? Join Yannick and Tony as they delve into some of the biggest challenges faced by other countries currently and reflect on why some aspects of UK education m
Are school staff aware when students are being bullied? Points of View
A major DfE survey "Growing up in the 2020s" has found that 31% of students affected by bullying said that staff were aware, with 33% saying they were not and 36% being unsure.
The survey, conducted by UCL and the Anna Freud Centre, will follow 8000 students in England, currently aged 12 and 13, through their secondary school experience. The results reported are the first collected.
The survey als
Who`s Watching the Classroom? Smart Glasses, Phones and Protecting Children: The Late Show with Tim Smale
Tim Smale is joined by Guy Holder, Head of PSHE for a frank conversation about the technology arriving in children's lives faster than schools can keep up. Camera-equipped smart glasses are on sale on the high street, and Guy is campaigning to have them banned. Tim and Guy ask what these glasses mean for consent, for safeguarding and for anyone who could be filmed in a classroom without knowing it
Starting New Courses: The Sunday Social
In this week's show, Claudia and Martin talk about how to approach the teaching of new courses.
Why are so many teachers leaving the classroom? Part 2: Points of View
It will come as little surprise to most that work in education to hear that teachers are leaving the classroom in their droves. This is a pattern being repeated around the world, but in England the statistics are above the OECD average, with 7.2% of fully qualified teachers resigning in comparison to a 4.2% average. 91% of these are resignations in England, in comparison to an average of 55% acros
Why are so many teachers leaving England’s classrooms? Part 1: Points of View
Why are teachers in England resigning at a much higher rate than the international average and what would persuade them to stay? According to the OECD figures reported by Tes, 7.2% of fully qualified teachers in England resigned from the profession in 2024–25, compared with an OECD average of 4.2%. Teachers in England also reported longer working weeks than similarly qualified workers in other occ
The Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary| Finding Your Voice: How Public Speaking Transforms English Learning
Join Famida Choudhary on The Lunch Show with English educator and trainer Divya Joyce J as they explore how public speaking can transform English learning. From building confidence and vocabulary to supporting quieter learners, strengthening oracy and finding an authentic voice in the age of AI, discover practical ways to create classrooms where every child feels they have something w
Bedfordshire PCC John Tizard says “School Exclusions Are Failures”: TTR Special Interview
Bedfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner John Tizard recently declared: “School exclusions are failures.” He argues that minimising exclusions could reduce crime and help young people build positive futures. Join Tom Rogers live on Teachers Talk Radio as he asks John what prompted the statement.
Is it time to scrap or save homework?: Points of View
Homework has long been a bone of contention between home and school. A report in the TES this week reports that “Homework is Vanishing” as teachers set less and family lives make its completion increasingly difficult. And this is before debates over content, time taken, level of challenge, too much vs too little and access to resources are considered. Times have changed. More young people are livi
Creating the Dynamite Lesson: The Sunday Late Show with Toby Doncaster
In this episode, Toby talks to Hayley Carlyon about creating lessons which engage, entice and motivate learning. We go from the importance of building relationships to discussing activities and strategies that work in the classroom.
U-turns and times of change?: The Saturday Social
We talk how to cope when things change in and outside the classroom.
What Motivates the Teacher?: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
In this show, Darren looks at a UK Teacher forum and discusses what the participants say keeps them in the profession.
How Universal Design could change assessment: TTR Special
What does it really mean to make an assessment fair and accessible to every learner without compromising academic rigour?
Hosted by Tom Rogers and Christopher Vowles, we explore Universal Design in assessment and AQA's work to identify and remove unnecessary barriers that prevent students from demonstrating what they truly know and can do. The special guest is Louise Badham. We’ll look at what Uni
A Level Music - A Subject in Decline?: The Sunday Lunch Show with Michael Wright
Join Michael Wright for his Sunday Lunch Show with guest Ed Watkins as they discuss the continued decline of A-Level music in education and why it's happening. Ed will also share his insights into his research on how music students have been graded compared with other subjects.
The Golden Window - Why Primary School is the best time to learn a Foreign Language: TTR Special
Is primary school the ideal time to begin learning another language? Darren Lester and Tom Rogers are joined by Language Angels founders Francesca and Paolo to explore why children aged 5–11 may have a unique advantage when learning languages. They discuss brain development, pronunciation, confidence and the wider benefits for memory, problem-solving and cultural awareness. Drawing on Francesca’s
Breast Cancer in men, boys and muscles and resources for teaching about AI: The PSHE Update Episode 3
In this third episode of the PSHE Update, PSHE Educator Clare Price considers the importance of teaching about breast cancer in men, supporting staff when planning lessons about the danger of boys obsessing about muscles and how we can update our lessons on online safety to include AI.
Articles referenced:
Campaigner praises Coronation Street male breast cancer storyline - BBC News
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Every child can! Closing the adventure gap: TTR Special
Too many children are missing out on the experiences beyond the classroom that build confidence, independence and a sense of belonging. Can the new Every Child Can programme help close that participation gap and bring an end to the enrichment “postcode lottery”? Tom Rogers is joined by Nigel Miller from Active Learning Group to explore the value of residential trips, outdoor learning and screen-fr
What is a Montessori Education? The Sunday Late Show with Christopher Vowles
Christopher talks with Montessori parent, Steve Lawrence, and Montessori teacher, Rhianna Hayllor, about the philosophy and practice of Montessori education in the UK and beyond.
Is September Done?: The Sunday Social with Phin
We talk getting to the end of September and how you can help yourself feel better, if you need to.
Is there a future for A Level Music?: The Late Show with Dave Brown
Dave talks with Music Curriculum Head Stuart McSweeney about the serious issues facing A Level Music in the state education sector; what is causing its decline and what can be done to change the current trajectory.
Teaching - The professions where nothing is ever good enough?: The Twilight Show with Tony Harwood and Yannick Berland
Teachers would agree that it is important to develop their practise. But is this sometimes going too far? Are you a teacher working very hard for significant extra hours beyond your contract, pushing yourself to be better, only to be told in observations and appraisals that it's not good enough? In this show, Yannick and Tony reflect on the line between accountability and the need to improve and t
Satisfied Teachers Are Better Teachers: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
In this show, Darren continues to look at how teacher wellbeing can lead to better job performance as he explores the literature which links job satisfaction to teaching outcomes.
Navigating AI, Digital Literacy and Technological Change in Education: The Twilight Show with Paula Delaney
AI is becoming increasingly embedded in education, but the pace of change can make it difficult to separate genuine opportunity from hype, risk and pressure to keep up. In this show, Paula is joined by Nicole O’Connor and Louise Kerr to explore what AI and digital literacy could look like in practice. We’ll consider how AI is already being used by pupils, teachers and schools, what young people mi
Attendance - Have We Reached the New Normal: The Friday Morning Break Show with Carl Smith
Carls chats to two assistant principals about whether we can ever win the battle on attendance. He considers whether this has become a problem for society rather than just for schools.
The AI Gap in the Classroom - Using it vs Understanding it: TTR Special
AI is already changing how young people learn but are students learning to understand it, or simply learning to use it?
In this special live show, Tom Rogers and Matthew Wemyss are joined by Emma Staves and Rehana Al-Soltane from the Raspberry Pi Foundation to explore why AI literacy belongs in every classroom - not just in computing.
In this show, discussion will include:
• What AI literacy ac
Are young people ‘snowflakes’ or is mental distress on the rise?: Points of View
An independent review into mental health, ADHD and autism, conducted by Professor Peter Fonagy, has found that there has been a real rise in mental distress amongst the younger generation, with anxiety, depression, self-harm and eating disorders the most common challenges facing our young people. The review came as a result of a claim by then-health secretary Wes Streeting that young people were o
Needs over Neets? Vital early indication or unhelpful lifelong label?: The Twilight Show with Tony Harwood
Ruth Swailes joins Tony on the Twilight Show to talk about a huge problem in UK education and how best to approach it: The almost one million UK NEETs (not in education, employment or training). Ruth will being her own rich experience, both personal and professional, as we talk about the dangers of labelling and stereotyping children and young people based on their background when we look to ident
From Judgement to Growth: When Teacher Coaching Is Built on Trust | The Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary
Join me, Famida Choudhary, on The Lunch Show in conversation with educational leader Jahida Janna as we explore how instructional coaching can move beyond evaluation to become a meaningful opportunity for teacher development.
Drawing on Jahida’s action research, we unpack the relationship between trust, teacher self-efficacy and sustained classroom improvement. What makes feedback genuinely develo
Does Teacher Motivation Lead to Student Motivation?: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
"If you're excited about your subject, your students will be excited too." We're often held responsbile for whether or not our students care about their learning, but is that fair? In this show, Darren interrogates the literature on the relationship between teacher and student motivation.
The Reality Gap: What teacher training didn't tell you. The Late Show with Sarah Wilkinson-Crute
Every teacher remembers the moment theory met the reality of 30 teenagers. This week on The Late Show with Sarah Wilkinson-Crute, a second-year ECT joins us for an honest look at behaviour, workload, and mentor support. Whether you're in Year 2 or Year 20, join the debate on how we could fix teacher training for good.
Teachers: Liberated or State puppets?: The Late Late Show with Lee Pace
Lee is joined by Greg Bottrill to discuss the state of education. Greg has some very passionate and thoughtful views on education. Lee and Greg will be delving deep into the way power structures enter the classroom.
Should every school sanction be open to parental challenge?: Points of View
A high-achieving student in the US was suspended after refusing to throw away a coffee she brought into class. Her mother challenged the punishment and questioned whether the school had introduced its new food and drink policy legally. School leaders subsequently allowed the student to return to class with her drink and agreed to hold a properly publicised hearing. Was this a sensible parental cha
Phones Out - Can Schools Really Win the Battle for Children's Attention?: The Morning Break with Carl Smith
Are bans working or are they just for show? Is there a way to make them work or are we fighting a losing battle? Carl and his guest, Assistant Principal, Abi Hibbins find out: Friday Morning Break Show with Carl Smith.
Top 5 Summer Spats - Our thoughts on July and August's educational controversies: The Twilight Show with Tony and Yannick
Yannick and Tony look back at the big educational stories from the summer, and reflect on their own opinions of them. They reveal their top 5 most controversial educational news stories. Will you agree with their picks? Tune in live or watch and listen back to find out!
Are trusts democratic?: The Late Show with Beejesh Deva
Beejesh and special guest co-host Michael Wright explore the ideas around how well trusts represent the needs of the communities they serve and the input that the people who belong within them have to the operation and the outcomes.
Loneliness, QR Code Scams and Menstrual Health Education: The PSHE Update Episode 2
In this second episode the of PSHE Update, PSHE Educator Clare Price considers how to teach about and challenge loneliness, ways to spot QR Code scams and positive steps forward in understanding about menstrual health.
Articles referenced are:
Number of young people with no close friends has soared since 2014 in England | Young people | The Guardian
Rowley Regis schoolboys shining light on male m
The Late Show with Konstantinos Pappas: AI in Higher Education with guest Dr Sercan Demiralay
In this episode, Konstantinos is joined by Dr Sercan Demiralay from Nottingham Trent University to explore how AI is reshaping higher education. They discuss teaching, assessment, student use of AI, employability, AI tutors and agents, and ask how universities can embrace innovation without losing sight of learning.
What are they thinking? Checking for Understanding: The Twilight Show with Louise Marie
Louise Marie is joined by David Goodwin to explore what effective checking for understanding really looks like in the classroom. Combining evidence from research with practical experience across different educational phases, David discusses how teachers can gain real-time insight into students' thinking and adapt their teaching to better meet learners' needs.
A Choir In Every School
Join Michael Wright for the Sunday Lunch Show as he chats with Debbie Kent, Choir Director and Deputy Lead for Devon Music Hub about national campaigns to introduce choirs in every school in the UK.
We will discuss the importance and relevance of choirs, what schools need to implement them as well as obstacles to this.
Lucy Powell - Let's move away from 'dog eat dog' culture in education: Points of View
This week, the Education Secretary hosted a summit attended by heads, college principals, mayors, business leaders and a small number of representatives from the MAT sector, during which she discussed the government's plans to raise the profile of technical education.
This follows a promise by Prime Minister Andy Burnham that new technical routes for those aged 14+ will be offered from September 2
Michael Mosbacher - “We’re spending too much educating those who don’t want to learn”: Points of View
Michael Mosbacher in The Telegraph posed a controversial question: “Are we spending too much educating those who do not want to learn?” The question was linked to the ‘Highjacked High Streets’ study undertaken by the Centre for Social Justice, a think tank established by former Conservative leader Sir Iain Duncan-Smith. The study reported that a small minority of young people are demonstrating ant
How does it feel to be back?: The Saturday Social with Phin
We talk headspace and green places. Not to be missed.
Depression and Anxiety in Teachers: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
In this show, Darren shares his own experience with depression and anxiety (and how a school experience led to finally getting diagnosed) before looking at the wider research into depression, anxiety and burnout among teachers.
Teaching Intensive English Courses: The Sunday Social
In this week's show, Claudia Tumba and Martin Sketchley talk about teaching intensive English courses.
Are trusts democratic?: The Late show with Beejesh Deva
Beejesh Deva and special guest co host Michael Wright discuss the idea of trusts serving and representing their local communities and how well they do this. Is the academy system working better than local authorities? is the funding being used democratically and are stakeholders including teachers represented in the decision making?
The 11+ Arms Race?: Points of View
The 11+ is supposed to identify academic potential. But what happens when success in the test increasingly depends on how much preparation a family can afford. Success based on parents ability to pay not the child’s abilities. A recent Schools Week investigation found families paying up to £600 for 11+ practice materials, highlighting a growing tutoring industry built around parents’ fear of their
How Teachers Create Impact that Travels: The Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary
Famida Choudhary is in conversation with educator Crystal Frommert as we explore what it really means to be a teacher in an ever-changing educational landscape. From the unseen work of constantly learning and adapting to becoming connectors who bring authentic voices and real-world experiences into the classroom, we examine how teaching reaches far beyond curriculum and assessment. We reflect on t
Hopes For The New Year: The Sunday Late Show With Toby Doncaster
Join Toby and Piers Gledhill as they discuss their hopes and dreams for the new academic year. What changes do they expect and how can they make them happen?
Autistic boy who brought replica knife to school has exclusion quashed by High Court: Points of View
A 10-year-old autistic boy who brought a replica butterfly knife into school has had his permanent exclusion quashed by the High Court. The object was passed to another pupil during a playground altercation but caused no significant injury. The judge questioned whether the school’s decision was proportionate and emphasised that permanent exclusion should be used only as a last resort. Was permanen
Are half of teachers really planning to quit?: Points of View
Almost half of teachers surveyed by the Liberal Democrats say they are considering leaving the profession within the next five years, while more than three quarters report feeling frequently or constantly burnt out. The party says schools are approaching an “existential crisis” and is calling for fully funded pay rises, limits on teacher overtime and greater access to flexible working. The governm
Making the Most of ITT Lectures: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
In this show, Darren discusses how perfectionism can stand in the way of being a great teacher, and how we shouldn't prioritise lived experience of the classroom over academic research but ask more questions to ensure the two can live in harmony.
Policing Packed Lunches: Points of View
In the week where the saga of “Oreogate” hit our social media feeds, former Great British Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith has entered the debate, calling for more “draconian” rules regarding packed lunches to ensure children are eating healthily. From September, stricter rules are coming into force regarding healthier food standards in schools, and Benedict’s Law mandates that all school staff are
What skills make an effective school leader? Exploring empathetic leadership: The Twilight Show with Tony Harwood
Primary school teacher and senior leader Oliver Hembrough joins the Twilight Show to give his thoughts on what effective school leadership looks like. Where is the line between supporting and holding to account? Is training for school leaders sufficient? Are leadership vacancies attracting the best candidates? All this and more!
Sabbatical Story - Lessons Learned From the Sidelines: The Sunday Lunch Show with Michael Wright
Join Michael Wright for his first show of the academic year, where he discusses his experiences from a recent sabbatical. He also shares lessons learned from his time away from the full-time grind, along with observations about his career thus far and the current state of education.
Meta Glasses and Consent: The PSHE Update Episode 1
In this first episode, PSHE lead and educator Clare Price discusses the use of Meta Glasses and considers how this can be used to cover consent, disability, misogyny, marketing and influencers in the PSHE classroom. She considers the 2026 RSHE Statutory Guidance and tips on how this could be taught to young people.
Articles referenced are:
Culture Debrief: Even Kylie Jenner Can't Get Me Onboard W
Back to Work We Go: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
On this week's show, Darren explores the lliterature behind holiday rest and considers what we can do to protect our wellbeing in the first few weeks back to school. This is a companion show to "It's Like We Were Never Away" from January.
Is climate change going to alter the school year? : Points of View
2026 has seen a summer of consecutively record-breaking temperatures in the UK, leading experts, school leaders and parents to reflect on the possible changes necessary for schools and the school calendar, as reported by the BBC. In June, more than a thousand schools had to close schools or send students home earlier due to the lack of ventilation and air-conditioning in classrooms, leading to sti
GCSE Results - Proof of Higher Standards or a System Failing Too Many?: Points of View
Sir Nick Gibb says this year’s GCSE results prove that the education reforms introduced under Michael Gove are working. He points to stronger mathematical performance and the exceptional results achieved by knowledge-rich free schools. But with around one in three young people failing to achieve a grade 4 in both English and maths, post-16 resit success remaining extremely low and stark regional a
Differentiation Made Doable: Practical Strategies for Every Classroom | The Lunch Show with Famida Choudhary
Differentiation doesn’t have to mean creating a different lesson for every learner. In this conversation, Famida Choudhary is joined by educator and district leader Lauren Kaufman to unpack practical ways teachers can make differentiation manageable and meaningful. Exploring content, process, and product, they discuss scaffolding, student choice, flexible grouping, formative assessment, productive
Channel 4's ‘The Great ADHD Myth?’ – The Experts Respond: TTR Special with Tom Rogers
Following the broadcast of Channel 4’s controversial documentary The Great ADHD Myth?, Tom Rogers is joined by Naomi Fisher, Joanna Moncrieff, Lucy Johnstone and Philip Asherson to examine some of the programme’s biggest claims. Is ADHD best understood as a neurodevelopmental disorder? What does the evidence really tell us about differences in the brain? Are diagnoses rising because ADHD has histo
GCSE Results Day Teachers Reactions: Points of View
Across the UK, after an anxious wait, thousands of students have flocked back to school to receive their GCSE results. Results days are full of emotions: elation, pride, disappointment, relief, confusion... for all involved in the process. As ever, the news has been full of statistics: the data which tells us that the pass rate has marginally fallen this year, the graphs which show resit numbers h
How to get the new school year off to a good start: Points of View
A new academic year offers the chance for a fresh start - whether you're joining a completely new school or returning to one you already know. Tonight on Points of View, we discuss how teachers can get the year off to the best possible start. From building relationships with new classes and colleagues to setting boundaries, establishing routines and navigating the pressures of the first few weeks,
Do Teachers Make Good Learners?: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
As teachers, we should have all the tips and tricks to be ideal learners. But is that the case? In this show, Darren explores the research into teachers-as-learners and thinks about how we can best approach CPD to really make the most of it.
Dreading going back to school? What does that really mean?: Points of View
The summer holidays are coming to an end and for some teachers, the thought of going back to school brings more than just the usual end-of-holiday blues. So why do teachers dread going back? Is it simply a natural reaction after weeks away from work, or can that feeling tell us something important about workload, behaviour, school culture, leadership or even whether teaching is still the right car
What Gamified Reading Does For Readers: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
Darren looks at research by Li and Chu (2021) which analysed a specific platform for gamifying reading. While many would argue that reading doesn't need to be gamified, motivation is as important in reading as in any other skill acquisition, so the question becomes: is this the best way to motivate?
Is 'disadvantaged' a useful label? Constructing an inclusive curriculum: The Twilight Show with Tony Harwood
Meena Wood joins Tony to share her thoughts on inclusivity in education. Drawing on her wealth of experience as a former teacher, Principal, HMI and now author, Meena shares her passion and vision for a more inclusive curriculum. With her background in a range of settings in the UK and globally, expect some valuable insights and strong opinions on the current issues in education.
Should primary schools really be predicting which children will become NEET?: Points of View
Primary schools could be asked to identify children at risk of becoming NEET – not in education, employment or training – years before they actually leave school. Alan Milburn, who is leading a government review into Britain’s growing youth worklessness crisis, argues that the warning signs can appear from a very early age and that schools should play a bigger role in identifying pupils who may ne
Are teachers entitled to a private life? : Points of View
Teachers are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, both inside and outside the classroom. But where should the line be drawn between personal freedom and professional responsibility? The expectations set out in the Teachers' Standards include the requirement to maintain public trust and demonstrate high standards of personal and professional conduct. To what extent is this a
Do We Belong Here?: The Saturday Breakfast Show with Darren Lester
The concept of belonging to a group is a vital part of adolescent development. In this show, Darren looks at why young people are so desperate to belong somewhere, how this impacts behaviour and whether our efforts to create "school culture" to foster belonging actually work.
Toilet Rules, Silent Lessons & Reflection Rooms: Did Athena Academy Trust Actually Go Too Far?
A BBC Panorama investigation has put the spotlight on the Athena Learning Trust after parents, pupils and former teachers raised concerns about its behaviour policies. The programme features allegations including strict toilet rules, silent music lessons, extensive use of reflection rooms and claims that some neurodiverse pupils were disproportionately affected. Athena says its schools are built o
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