EPISODE · Mar 11, 2026 · 48 MIN
#7 – Anna Smakowska: Balancing Knowledge and Skills for the Future
from House Captains · host ESF
In this thoughtful conversation, Anna Smakowska, Principal of ESF Jockey Club Sarah Roe School, reflects on the meaning of inclusion, the complexity of diverse learning needs, and the shifting balance between knowledge and skills in the fast-changing world of education.With information now easily and instantly accessible, she argues that communication, independence, and social interaction are becoming increasingly important. Yet she cautions against losing the deep knowledge – of history, context, and critical thinking – that enables young people to make sound decisions without overreliance on AI.Anna also explores why strong vision and relationships sit at the heart of a thriving school culture, and why effective leadership begins with defining the outcomes we want for children before determining the strategy to achieve them.At the heart of her approach is a simple belief: every child should feel happy, engaged and genuinely learning - a conviction that shapes how she prepares young people for life beyond school.#HouseCaptains #ESFPodcasts
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In this thoughtful conversation, Anna Smakowska, Principal of ESF Jockey Club Sarah Roe School, reflects on the meaning of inclusion, the complexity of diverse learning needs, and the shifting balance between knowledge and skills in the fast-changing world of education.With information now easily and instantly accessible, she argues that communication, independence, and social interaction are becoming increasingly important. Yet she cautions against losing the deep knowledge – of history, context, and critical thinking – that enables young people to make sound decisions without overreliance on AI.Anna also explores why strong vision and relationships sit at the heart of a thriving school culture, and why effective leadership begins with defining the outcomes we want for children before determining the strategy to achieve them.At the heart of her approach is a simple belief: every child should feel happy, engaged and genuinely learning - a conviction that shapes how she prepares young people for life beyond school.#HouseCaptains #ESFPodcasts
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