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The Teachers' Podcast
by Claire Riley
The Teachers' Podcast provides additional support to teachers. Whether it's ideas to be used in the classroom, listening to the perspective of someone else in school or just being able to relate to the challenges other educators face, each episode delves into a key topic within education with a guest. Developed in association with Classroom Secrets and hosted by Classroom Secrets’ and The Education Business Club's CEO, Claire Riley.
Episodes
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Rewards and Stickers - Do They Work?
Rewards are a staple of many primary classrooms, but how much difference do they really make? In this episode, Emma and Chris take a closer look at everything from stickers and house points to certificates and whole-class reward systems, exploring when rewards can be a powerful tool and when they...
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Transition Days
In our second transition episode, Emma and Chris turn their attention to transition from one year group to another beyond Reception into Year 1! From changing classrooms and teachers to stepping into a new Key Stage, they discuss why transition matters and the impact it can have on children's...
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Transition: Reception to Year 1
n the first of our two episodes all about transition, we're tackling one of the biggest milestones in primary education: the move from Reception to Year 1. Emma and Chris explore the shift from the play-based exploratory world of EYFS to the more structured demands of Year 1 and the National...
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School Trips
Grab your first aid kit, sick bucket and risk assessment; we're heading out on a school trip! In this episode, Chris and Emma explore one of the most memorable parts of school life, sharing their own experiences as both pupils and teachers along the way. They discuss the many benefits of learning...
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Homework Part 2: Pros and Cons
It’s time to get stuck into the pros and cons of homework! After discussing the research in the last episode, Chris and Emma talk about the benefits of homework as well as the drawbacks of setting it. From building independent learning habits and reinforcing classroom content to concerns around...
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Homework Part 1: The Evidence
It’s time to talk about all things homework in the first of our two-part discussion! In this first episode, Chris and Emma focus on the research behind homework – what is the impact, how much should be set and how often should it be set? With a discussion about the history of homework along the...
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Table Arrangements
This week, Emma and Chris tackle how to arrange tables in your classroom! They discuss the pros and cons of the three most common ways of organising tables, such as impact on pupil focus, how social interaction can be affected and how navigating around the classroom is a key consideration. With...
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Etymology
In the final part of our three-episode deep dive into orthography, morphology and etymology as part of the writing framework, Chris and Emma talk all about excellent etymology! With an explanation of what this is, suggestions for how to teach it within your classroom and quick-win games on using...
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Morphology
In the second part of our three-episode deep dive into orthography, morphology and etymology as part of the writing framework, Chris and Emma talk all about the marvellous world of morphology! Full of information about how to teach morphology both explicitly and implicitly, strategies for…
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Orthography
Chris and Emma kick off a three‑part series exploring the building blocks of spelling, starting with orthography—how children learn what “looks right” in written English. Chris shares the roots of his love for language, why English spelling is so complex and how phonics, pattern‑spotting and...
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Phase 1 Phonics
In this episode of the Teachers Podcast, Chris and Emma dive into phase one phonics—the playful sound-focused stage that comes before the more official letters and reading. Emma explains how it’s all about listening, rhythm, rhyme, alliteration and oral blending, giving children the foundations…
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Reading to Your Class
In this episode, Chris and Emma celebrate one of the simplest (and most magical) things teachers do: reading aloud to your class. No guided reading, no assessments—just you, a book and your pupils, sharing stories together. They chat about why it’s so powerful for building vocabulary, imagination...
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Sustainability
In this episode, Chris and Emma are discussing sustainability and what this looks like in primary schools. They break down what sustainability actually means, share real classroom ideas you can try straight away and swap plenty of relatable stories along the way. From simple swaps and clever...
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AI in the Classroom
In this episode, Emma and Chris chat all things AI in the classroom, with Chris sharing his insights while Emma admits she’s still a bit on the fence. They break down what AI actually is, how fast it’s evolving and some of the handy ways it can support teaching—from saving time to creating useful...
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Outdoor Learning
In this episode, Chris and Emma discuss outdoor learning, with Emma bringing all the passion and experience and Chris admitting he’s still a bit of a beginner in this area. Emma shares why she loves it so much as she talks through its amazing benefits. Anecdotes and examples are swapped including...
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School Culture and Climate
What makes a school a great place to work? Explore what really shapes a school’s atmosphere in this episode on climate and culture, as hosts Emma and Chris discuss what really shapes a school’s atmosphere. Drawing on personal stories, they highlight how small details—from staff interactions to...
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Mental Health and Children’s Activities: Jane James, founder of Little Voices
This week I chat with Jane James, the founder of Little Voices, about mental health, children’s activities and performing arts. In this episode, Jane shares: Why she is so passionate about performing arts being taught in schools. The benefits and skills children will get from learning performing...
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Bringing Coaching Tools into the Classroom: Alice Westbury, education coach
In this episode, I talk with Alice Westbury about bringing coaching tools and strategies into the classroom. Alice is an education coach who works primarily with young people but a lot of what she shares in this episode is so valuable to those who teach in primary settings. In this episode, Alice...
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How to say ‘no’ without the guilt: Annabel Jeffcoate, coach and founder of Balance for Teachers
In this episode I am joined by Annabel Jeffcoate, the founder of Balance for Teachers. Balance for Teacher aims to reduce the amount of stress related illness in the education sector and one of their strategies for doing so is empowering their clients to say ‘no’. In this episode, Annabel shares:...
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Creating Cognitively Challenging Classrooms: Dr Keith Watson, consultant and coach
In this episode, I talk with Dr Keith Watson, an educational consultant and personal development coach who has over 30 years of experience working in education. Keith chats about creating cognitively challenging classrooms and how teachers can provide a challenge for all pupils. In this episode,...
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Sensory Processing: Kim Griffin, occupational therapist
This week, I chat with Kim Griffin, an occupational therapist who is currently based in Australia. Kim has been working with pupils with SEN for almost 20 years and is on a mission to help teachers and educators understand the ‘why’ behind the way children behave when they have sensory processing...
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Why Music Matters: Will Bennett, founder and MD at GrooveLine Music Education
In this episode, I speak with Will Bennett. Will is the founder of GrooveLine Music Education and he is so passionate about ensuring all pupils have access to a good, holistic musical education. In this episode, Will shares: Why music education is not just about learning an instrument. Why he is…
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Career Education in Primary School: Samantha Hornsby, co-founder of ERIC
This week, I chat to Samantha Hornsby, who is the co-founder of the new careers app ERIC. Along with her best friend, Sam created this app after receiving poor careers advice in her formative years and landing job after job she disliked. In this episode, Sam shares: Why she is so passionate about...
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Using Sensory Input in Speech Development: Karen Massey, All About Speech Therapy
This week, I chat with Karen Massey, who is a child speech therapist with over 14 years of experience working with children. She is also an author with books on Autism and Apraxia of Speech as well as communication in Down Syndrome at Primary School. In this episode, Karen shares: How sensory…
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Personal Development and the Power of Choice Emma Cann, personal development coach
This week, I chat with Emma Cann, who is a personal development coach specialising in supporting teachers, about my favourite topic - personal development! In this episode, Emma shares: - What coaching is in her own view and the benefits of coaching. - Why teachers can benefit from engaging with...
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The Importance of Teaching Empathy Ed Kirwan, creator of Empathy Week
In this episode I chat with Ed Kirwan, the founder of Empathy Week. Empathy is such an important skill, but it is one even adults can struggle with, Ed shares how Empathy Week can help pupils develop empathy through learning about the experiences of others. In this episode, Ed shares: - What...
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Healthy Eating in Schools Dan Parker, Chief Executive at Veg Power
In this episode I chat with Dan Parker, the chief executive at Veg Power, about the upcoming Eat Them to Defeat Them campaign. Veg Power aim to get more children eating vegetables as a staggering 80% of children are not getting enough vegetables in their diets. In this episode, Dan shares: - What...
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Levelling up Early Years Education: Brett Wigdortz, founder of Teach First
In this episode I chat to Brett Wigdortz. Brett is the founder of Teach First but in this episode, he chats to me about his latest venture, Tiney. Tiney is working to create better opportunities for early years educators to work in the sector where they can earn professional salaries while…
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Teaching Climate Change in Primary Schools: Andrew Lochery, founder of Green APLEductation Ltd
In this episode, I talk with Andrew Lochery about the effects of global warming and climate change and how we can teach this to younger pupils. Andrew and I are both very passionate about tackling climate change and it really shows in this episode. In this episode, Andrew shares: - How we can...
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Building Resilience and Avoiding Burnout: Jenny Mills, cognitive behavioural hypnotherapist
In this episode, I chat with Jenny Mills, a qualified cognitive behavioural hypnotherapist and teacher. Jenny has worked in schools for 18 years now and knows the common symptoms teachers experience due to stress all too well. After experiencing burnout herself, Jenny now works to help teachers...
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The Impact of Stress on the Body: Jessica Nash, wellbeing coach
This episode is our 100th episode! This week I chat with Jessica Nash, an education wellbeing coach. In this episode, we chat about stress and the impact it can have on your body. Jess is someone who knows all too well the physical effects and the consequences stress can have on your health, so…
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Diversity in History: Rosa Legeno-Bell, founder of Diverse History UK
In this episode I chat to Rosa Legeno-Bell, founder of Diverse History UK. A passionate historian, Rosa has worked in the education sector for 10 years, mainly in inner-city London comprehensives, as a history teacher, head of history and an assistant head. In this episode, Rosa shares: Why she...
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Inclusivity in Story Books: Lesley Berrington, author of Hattie and Friends
In this episode I chat to Lesley Berrington, author of the Hattie and Friends series of books. Lesley wrote the series after realising there was not enough story books out there featuring children with disabilities where their condition wasn’t the main feature of the story. In this episode…
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Supporting Military Children in Schools: Louise Fetigan, founder of Little Troopers
In this episode I chat to Louise Fetigan, founder of the charity Little Troopers. The Little Troopers ‘At School’ project aims to support to the 70,000 military children in England by providing schools with information and resources. In this episode, Louise shares: - The reality of being a…
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Effective Feedback in the Classroom: Katherine Muncaster, educational consultant
This week, I chat with Katherine Muncaster, an educational consultant, headteacher and author of Growth Mindset: Every Child a Learner and Thinking Classrooms: Metacognition Lessons for Primary Schools. Katherine is all about creating a culture where pupils and members of staff all feel they are...
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Getting to know your teacher pension and your finances: Eileen Adamson, host of Your Money Sorted Teachers’ Podcast
In this episode I talk with Eileen Adamson. Eileen is one busy woman! As well as being a part-time PE teacher, she hosts her own podcast, co-hosts the BBC podcast Clever About Cash and runs her own business which offers teachers help and advice when it comes to money. In this episode, Eileen...
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Creating boundaries to protect teacher wellbeing: Gemma Drinkall, founder of HeadSphere
This week I chat with Gemma Drinkall, an education wellbeing coach. Gemma talks to me about the importance of creating and protecting boundaries as a teacher. We also discuss tokenistic wellbeing practices and attitudes towards teachers and their wellbeing. In this episode, Gemma shares: - What…
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Supporting ECTs in their teaching journey: Andy Taylor (Mr T’s NQTs)
In this episode I talk with Andy Taylor. Andy is a teacher himself, who has worked with the DfE, Chartered College and TES to support NQTs/ECTs. His Twitter page (Mr Ts NQTs) is full of advice for teachers starting their career. Andy talks with me about when he took on the role of NQT mentor and...
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Education on Fire Mark Taylor - presenter of Education on Fire podcast
Education on Fire: Mark Taylor, presenter of Education on Fire podcast This week, I chat with Mark Taylor, presenter of Education on Fire podcast. Mark has taught music in multiple schools and has seen for himself the wonderful things teachers for their pupils. Realising that the teaching...
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The 5 Steps to Wellbeing and How to Implement Them: Karen Gibb, director of Mind Marvels
The 5 Steps to Wellbeing and How to Implement Them: Karen Gibb, director of Mind Marvels This week I chat with Karen Gibb, founder and director of Mind Marvels, a company that supports young people with their mental health in schools, nurseries and online. Karen talks to me about the NHS 5 Steps…
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Maths for Life – a differentiated approach: Karen McGuigan, founder of The Maths Mum and creator of Maths for Life
In the opening episode of the season, I chat with Karen McGuigan, founder of The Maths Mum and creator of Maths for Life. Karen is incredibly passionate about maths and her ambition is to ensure all children, regardless of their ability or any additional needs they may have, leave school armed…
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Performing arts in the curriculum: Grace Francis, founder of DramEd
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Grace Francis: Founder of DramEd, a company that delivers creative educational experiences in pre-schools and primary schools. With a background in acting on both stage and television, Grace has a passion for making performing arts accessible to…
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Making writing meaningful: Tim Eagling, founder of Time Capsule Education
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Tim Ealing: Founder of Time Capsule Education. During his time as a primary teacher, Tim was a subject leader for English. In 2016, he set up his own business: Time Capsule Education. Tim refers to himself and his business partner as ‘historical...
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Safeguarding: Rezina Kelly, education consultant
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Rezina Kelly: former primary school teacher, safeguarding adviser and now education consultant. Rezina discusses the importance of safeguarding and how, in her varied roles over the years, safeguarding has been at the core of all of them. From…
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Revolutionising access to books: Arnav Rawat, founder of Books2All
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Arnav Rawat: Founder of the Books2All charity. After graduating from the University of Cambridge and returning home, Arnav came across a vast collection of books from his childhood. His fond memories of being transported to worlds that exist only…
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Executive functions in education: Victoria Bagnall, director of Connections in Mind
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Victoria Bagnall who is a director and one of three founders of Connections in Mind: a company that provides coaching in executive functions. Victoria left teaching in 2011 and, after tutoring students who had additional needs, she turned her focus...
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Understanding trauma in the classroom: Noureen Lakhani, trainee Educational Psychologist
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Noureen Lakhani, a trainee Educational Psychologist to discuss the impact of trauma on children’s learning. For over three years, Noureen has explored her interest in child psychology: in particular looking at how children’s brains develop and...
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Mental health and movement: Darryl Walsh and Dr Martin Yelling, founders of Stormbreak
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Darryl Walsh and Dr Martin Yelling, founders of Stormbreak: a registered charity promoting movement and physical activity to improve mental health in primary schools. Despite their quite different backgrounds, Martin and Darryl came together with a...
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Therapeutic teaching: Shahana Knight, director of TPC Therapy
Shahana Knight - EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with Shahana Knight: founder and director of Therapeutic Teaching. Shahana is at the heart of this mental health and wellbeing service supporting children all over the UK with both complex and lower-level needs. Shahana discusses the...
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Remote Ofsted inspections: Dr Victoria Carr, Headteacher at Woodlands Primary School
EPISODE NOTES In this episode, Claire talks with returning guest Dr Victoria Carr: Headteacher of Woodlands Primary School. Victoria’s school was recently inspected remotely by Ofsted and she talks about how their preparations stood the school in good stead for their monitoring visit. The school...
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The Teachers' Podcast provides additional support to teachers. Whether it's ideas to be used in the classroom, listening to the perspective of someone else in school or just being able to relate to the challenges other educators face, each episode delves into a key topic within education with a guest. Developed in association with Classroom Secrets and hosted by Classroom Secrets’ and The Education Business Club's CEO, Claire Riley.
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