The Brick In The Wall: Recent Episodes
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Aimed at parents, teachers, support staff and more. The B®ick In The Wall Podcast brings you lighthearted education news and views plus a lot more! With live studio guests and the infamous Confessional, tune in each week to get the latest episodes. New episodes released every Tuesday. Don't forget to follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts so you don't miss out!
The duo are joined by Sir David Carter to discuss his book, Leading Academy Trusts: Why some fail, but most don't. Sir David shares his thoughts on what makes a successful academy trust and the benefits of the academy system on education more widely. We also discuss Sir David's leadership journey from his time at The Cabot Learning Trust through to National Schools Commissioner.
Don't miss the hilarious Confessional where Sir David shares a mishap that can happen when you pick up a xylophone with a gassy belly!
To buy a copy of Sir David's book please click here. We highly recommend for anyone working in education. A must read.
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The duo are joined by Dame Alison Peacock to discuss the work of the Chartered College in supporting the development of teachers and the wider education system. We discuss the high quality research available to members and how the Chartered College works tirelessly to celebrate, support and connect colleagues to take pride in the profession and provide the best possible education for children and young people.
Alison also shares her thoughts on the work of the college during lockdown and the upcoming CPD available to members. You can join the Chartered College by clicking here. Remember, if you are a trainee teacher, membership is free!
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The duo are joined by Tom Campbell (Senior Education Officer) and Jamie Kilner (Senior Advisor Vocational Curriculum) to discuss the importance of vocational qualifications within the curriculum and how they play a key role in developing employability skills and impact positively on social mobility.
You will not want to miss The Confessional where Jamie admits to getting a little carried away in a cricket lesson and Tom gives the wrong speech!
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The duo are joined by University of Bristol's Dr. David Sands to discuss the changing landscape of leadership and the importance of climate change education for young people. David also shares his research into the NPQ programme and how they compare with the Hong Kong Principal Programme. The results are interesting to say the least!
David also shares with us how universities have had to adapt their offer during the pandemic and how overseas students have been supported throughout the period of remote lectures. It is interesting that no matter the age and stage, there seems to be similarities in approach.
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Listen as the duo are joined by Greenwood Academies Trust CEO, Wayne Norrie to discuss the wider opening of schools and the need for a more positive narrative on pupils returning. Wayne also shares his thought on reconnection and the work with Sir. Kevan Collins on the identification of key groups (children and adults) on returning - Bouncebackers, Leaning, Intensive Support, Less time to learn and Transition. This is a must listen for all who work in schools.
Also, don't miss Wayne share his thoughts on capturing the lessons from the last 12 months and how not to behave in a team meeting!
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Renegades, Returners and Body Art takes a look at the plans for wider opening, exams and Summer Schools for children. The duo are joined once again by Mark Denny to review the latest news on wider opening and Exams released this week. Listen as the team discuss the impact on children and students as well as the latest competition in the podcast sphere.
The duo also discuss the unfair treatment on Social Media and on TV of a colleague for simply having tattoos. One of the duo also shares their first ever tattoo experience ......... it wasn't the fear of the pain that was the problem, it was more what their mum would say!
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The duo are joined by new Headteacher, Leah Wright, to discuss her first 100 days in headship and the challenges of starting a new job in a pandemic. Listen as the duo discuss the latest plans to extend the school day and the Yorkshire Pud's thoughts on changing the school year are met with tumbleweed.
You won't want to miss the confessional and the fun and games of having your own child in your class. Let's just say it involves a can of silver spray paint and a young graffiti artist!
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'To mute or not to mute'. The trials and tribulations of the blended learning offer takes a look at the many challenges and positives of remote learning being faced by teachers and parents alike.
The duo are joined by one teacher from Derbyshire and a parent who home schools to discuss blended learning as well as the benefits that come with this approach. The duo also discuss two genius ways in which children have managed to get out of online learning. Remember, if your internet is lagging just press ALT and F4!
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The duo are joined by Behaviour and Educational Specialist Adele Bates to discuss approaches to managing challenging behaviour in the classroom and how remote learning may be benefitting children with SEMH concerns. Adele also shares information on her upcoming book, 'Miss, I don't give a sh...!' which is due to hit bookshops in the autumn.
Also hear how Adele once made a child dance the Jive before realising that he actually had a broken leg! One Confessional you do not want to miss.
Adele Bates
Behaviour and Education Specialist
“I’ve had juice poured on my head, been whacked by a skateboard – and have taught a year 7 pupil who has experienced severe trauma, how to read their first ever word…”
Adele Bates is a Behaviour & Education specialist who helps school leaders, classroom teachers, homeschooling carers, and parents support pupils with behavioural needs and SEMH to thrive with their education. She is the author of "Miss, I Don't Give A Sh*t," forthcoming from Sage & Corwin and a TEDx Speaker 2020. For her tips and resources check out adelebateseducation.co.uk.
Find out more about the Behaviour and YOU! Project and contribute here - https://bit.ly/34utGfQ You can also follow Adele on Twitter @AdeleBatesZ
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Listen as the duo are joined by regular guest, Mark Denny to take a look back at the last year in education and our favourite podcast episodes and guests. Mark also takes the opportunity to launch his attempt at a Christmas No. 1 with All I Want For Christmas Is Guidance from Gavlar!
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The duo are joined by Andy Samways, Director of Research at the Unity Research School and Unity Schools Partnership, to discuss the importance of research in schools and how this can improve outcomes for children. Andy also discusses the EAST framework from the Behaviour Insights Team and how this can be used effectively to support school improvement: Easy, Attractive, Social and Timely.
Don't miss Andy's confession where we discover being prepared is only one key principle in teaching........having the right classroom also helps!
Research links from this Podcast:
- Quick read blog: Nudging for Change and Impact - Establishing new habits, routines and approaches for school affected by the Covid-19 crisis
- ... which referenced this EEF guide to supporting school planning: a tiered approach to 2020-21 and Behaviour Insights EAST framework
- Longer read blog outlining: Putting evidence to work: 5 EEF resources we’ve been using amid challenging times
- Link to Unity Research School website, including communication/training events
- sign up to our free monthly e-newsletter
- Follow Unity on Twitter @UnityResSch
- EEF guidance report: Putting Evidence to work: a school's guide to implementation
- EEF guidance report: Metacognition and self-regulated learning
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The duo are joined by Chrissie Cox, Project Manager, of the On The Level Project working with Reprezent FM to support the mental health of young people. Reprezent FM is a Youth Radio station based in Brixton in London that started in 2010 with a one-month license, but after its amazing work on gun and knife crime they were awarded a community broadcasting license.
Listen as Chrissie shares the work of Reprezent FM and the projects they lead, including virtual assemblies, to support the development and mental health of Young People across London and Essex. Also hear how Stormzy, or Big Mike as he is known, started his career broadcasting with Reprezent. Find out more about Reprezent FM by clicking here.
Don't miss Chrissie's hilarious confession as she attempted to drive DI Frost in Granada's, 'A Touch of Frost'............despite never having driven before!
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The duo are joined by Kev House from the Art of Brilliance to discuss the power of positivity and the importance of gratitude during these trying times. Kev also shares his thoughts on Mood Hoovers and behaviours being values in action. Also, don't miss Kev's alternative happiness Olympic Games and the need for everyone to have a drawer full of Happy Pants! This is a great episode as a thought provoker with staff.
Further details on the Art of Brilliance can be found at www.artofbrilliance.co.uk
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The duo are once again joined by Mark Denny and take a look at the A-Level and GCSE debacle and latest Bank Holiday guidance drops from the DfE.
Don't miss Greg sharing his weekend saga and how he lost his phone. It could only happen to the Bury Bawler!
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The duo are joined by Australian teacher, Sarah Durack, to discuss the impact of lockdown on schools in Australia and the ways in which they have managed remote learning and returning to school for all pupils.
We also discuss Government guidance and advice - the difference between the two government's approaches is significant! Also, don't miss the Confessional where we discover one Australian school developed its own brewery all in the name of education! Where do we sign up?
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The duo are joined by the phenomenal Mary Myatt to discuss her work on the curriculum and her book The Curriculum: Gallimaufry to coherence, as well as the importance of stories across all subjects. Mary also shares the background on her upcoming book due out in September, the aptly named Back On Track, which takes a look at how we can remove some of the unnecessary burdens on teachers and free them up to focus on their pupils and students - marking being one of them!
One of our duo also shares how they inadvertently became a fugitive for a week and Mary shares some hilarious stories in The Confessional. One not to be missed!
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The duo are joined again by regular guest, Mark Denny, to discuss the cost of shredding this year's SATs papers and just how high the papers would have reached had they been piled up........all 70 million sheets of them! We also discuss potential plans for additional assessments next year to measure the impact of Covid and we discover that you can't Trust the Bury Bawler with your socks!
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The duo are joined by Secondary Assistant Principal, Richard Moxon, to discuss the challenges faced by secondary schools through lockdown and plans for opening fully to all students in September while keeping bubbles operating. We also discuss the process of GCSEs this year and the potential issues that could be faced by students with Ofqual's announcement that they may have to adjust teacher assessment by up to 12% points for A Levels and 9% points for GCSEs.
The duo also discuss the recently announced 3.1% pay award for teachers and the wider implications of this on the sector. The devil is always in the detail!
Richard also confesses to Sunday drinking while watching the football and the Dutch courage it gave him to wind up his then Headteacher with a photo of the Chelsea score. He didn't take it too well and until today didn't know who it was! Something tell us that he might now!
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The duo are joined once again by Lincolnshire Headteacher Bill Lord who explains his approach to supporting children in September and shares his tips and thoughts for NQTs starting their first post and those still looking. Bill also shares his essential reading list for the Summer holiday as well as how he managed to cause a blockage in the coal shed pipes with his cigarette butts as a young teacher.
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The duo are joined by the brilliant Jonathan Rice to discuss his experiences in school and the role that the Headteacher associations across the country have played in supporting Heads and Principals by being the communication conduit between DfE, LAs and schools during lockdown.
Don't miss the hilarious Confessional where Jonathan shares his habit of killing off Santa and Greg shares how he ended up on Channel 4's The Big Breakfast with just a football to hide behind!
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Series 2, Episode 1. The Duo are joined by Richard Dedicoat, who is headteacher of a primary school in Suffolk, to discuss the mental health support for children returning to school in September and the importance of reflection and high expectations as we prepare for all children to return.
Don't miss the Confessional where Richard shares his high pain thresholds and the finger thong that made it into the front page of a Reading newspaper!
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The duo are joined once again by Mark Denny to review Series 1 and the amazing guests that have joined us to share their knowledge and wisdom on the world of education and life in schools during lockdown and subsequent wider opening. Remember, we have never been closed!
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The duo are joined by Trust Safeguarding Manager, Louis Donald and CEO of The Safeguarding Alliance, Emily Konstantas to discuss the importance of safeguarding in schools on the road to recovery from lockdown. Emily also shares her concerns regarding the safeguarding vacuum that exists when policy is not reflected in practice and how safeguarding is an international issue that needs to be tackled across countries to protect the global child.
Don't miss the confessional where the duo discover that eating cherry pips can be seriously harmful!
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The duo are joined once again by Mark Denny to discuss the latest news and views from the world of education. The duo discuss the £1bn fund for catch-up and tutor programme as well as the need to be careful around the narrative around the length of time children have been absent from school.
The Yorkshire Pud is in trouble with Twitter and facing a lengthy spell in Twitter Jail and the Bury Bawler shares why you need to watch your bodily functions when in an online meeting and then sharing it on social media!
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Raj Unsworth joins the duo to discuss the importance of strong governance in education and the impact of Covid. Raj also discusses the work of the Partition Education Group (@partitiongroup) and their campaign to see Partition and South Asian British History on the National Curriculum. The duo also discuss with Raj the need to see the British Empire and our colonial history taught in schools and how we need to understand how people have arrived in Britain as a means to start to fix broken society.
Also, check out Filling The Blanks, a group of 16 - 18 year olds who are campaigning to fill the gaps in their education with knowledge about how they came to be in Britain and how their parents arrived here. This is a very important project which every educator should check out and support.
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The duo are joined by Claire Cuthbert, CEO of Evolve Trust, to discuss the importance of culture in education and Claire discloses who her pedagogical crush is. We also discuss the Headteacher Institute for the Headteachers within her trust and Claire also recommends a book for everyone in education to read and that's The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek.
Don't miss Claire's Confessional and her baptism of fire as a CEO as one member of staff decides to appear on TV...........just not the sort of show you would expect!
PS: The duo are a little bit forgetful as they think this is their 20th episode...........it's actually the 21st!
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The duo are joined by Anita Kerwin-Nye to discuss the importance of inclusion and how every child has an entitlement to enrichment through a shared responsibility between school, parents and society and how the pandemic gives schools an opportunity to rethink their approach to inclusion. Anita also discusses her Every Child Should campaign, which aims to improve outcomes for all children through access to rich and rounded experiences.
Don't miss the Confessional where Anita shares a faux pas in a Sex Ed lesson that led to some embarrassing pictorial outcomes!
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The duo are joined by Sir Steve Lancashire, CEO of Reach2 Multi Academy Trust, to discuss doing what is right for the communities that schools serve and the importance of relationships and investing in the development of every member of the organisation. Steve also discusses the need to re-examine strategic plans and review what our core purpose is in light of changes due to Covid.
Don't miss the hilarious Confessional where Sir Steve accidentally gets Boris Johnson drunk!
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The duo are joined by the amazing Ros McMullen to discuss the challenges faced by leadership in schools and the importance of working collaboratively for the good of all communities. Ros also shares her thoughts on the method of awarding GCSEs this year and the impact that lockdown could have on those students planning to go to university. Also, interesting to discuss the cause of disadvantaged gaps for students and how the root cause is not education but poverty. This is a must listen to episode!
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The duo are joined by the inspirational Ian McNeilly, CEO of The De Ferrers Trust to discuss the role of Ofsted in a post Covid world and how there are many positives from lockdown that the profession can take and move forward with.
Ian is an ex-Senior HMI and brings his wisdom and knowledge on the inspection process as well as his thoughts on how inspection may look moving forward. Ian also shares his experiences working for Ofsted and dispels some of the common myths and misconceptions that we may hold. A must listen to episode!
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The duo are joined by Mark Denny to discuss the power of positivity in returning to some normality through the wider opening of schools tomorrow. Remember, “Diamonds are only lumps of coal that stuck at it no matter how much heat or pressure they faced!" Jeffrey Fry. You are all diamonds!
This episode also demonstrates why you shouldn't try to play games during a Sunday afternoon recording and as a special treat also contains outtakes and the infamous brown sock confessional!
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The duo are joined by Headteacher Jo Dedicoat to discuss the additional support for SEND and vulnerable pupils returning to school in the coming weeks and Jo explains
her approach to a Community Curriculum with her team. Jo also outlines why she has delayed opening until the 15th June and how her school is going to manage this. Don't miss the Confessional where Jo admits to sending a burning smell around her school and sending colleagues into a panic.
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Listen as the duo are joined by Wayne Norrie, CEO of Greenwood Academies Trust, to discuss the Dominic Cummings debacle and the announcement from the government that wider opening will commence from 1st June. Wayne explains his Trust's thinking in postponing their opening until at least the 8th June. Also, Wayne talks loose bowels in The Confessional!
The duo are joined by one Suffolk Headteacher to discuss the Scientific Advisory Group Emergencies (SAGE) advice to the Government on the wider opening of schools. Of course this matches exactly the guidance to schools doesn't it? Greg introduces the Covid Community School Span number. Do you know yours?
Now, I bet you sang the title to this episode didn't you? The duo are joined again by Mark Denny to discuss the sudden change in narrative and support for those working in education in light of the anticipated extension of school on June 1st. Mark also shares the time he was putting on a touring play in a school but one actor had rather a heavy session the night before!
Jim Wynn, CEO of Imagine Education, joins the duo to discuss the importance of leadership in education. Jim also shares details of the British Council's Baldev Singh Teacher Award sponsored by Imagine Education and shares a story about a well know figure in the educational world, but will he share who it is?
Leadership: The first egg in the omelette, Jarod Kintz
In this episode the duo are joined by Scott Lyons from the National Education Union to discuss the ongoing talks with the government on returning to school and the statement from Michael Gove that he could 100% guarantee the safety of all of those in education. Scott also discusses the importance of mental health and wellbeing of education staff and his work delivering the Mental Health First Aid training across his region.
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The duo discuss preparations for children returning to primary school and the implications of the constantly changing guidance on wellbeing and workload with Bill Lord. To make matters worse an update to the guidance drops during recording, hear their reaction live!
The duo are joined by Chris and Craig who are Head and Deputy from the British International School in Budapest. Their school has just opened the door to their Early Years children for the first time since lockdown. Listen to find out how they have managed this and the challenges that they had to consider and overcome.
The duo are joined again by Mark Denny to analyse Boris Johnson's announcement and roadmap to recovery from the Covid-19 outbreak and what this potentially means for schools who will now be planning for June 1st. The general message appears to be you can go out, but you can't go out out!
Mark Denny joins the duo in the latest episode to share his thoughts on the power of online learning and schools' approaches to delivering a meaningful curriculum through virtual means. Mark's bio is a colourful mix of life experiences from starring with Brian Blessed in King Lear to becoming a creative learning consultant. Listen in to hear his perceptive insights into EdTech evolution and his hilarious Brian Blessed story while rehearsing in Stratford!
The pair talk Ofsted with Amy and Gemma, Headteacher and Deputy from a junior school in Cambridgeshire. They also discuss the mental health and wellbeing of children and staff and how we can manage this. Don't miss the Confessional as Amy shares an alternative assembly prayer!
The duo reflect on how education has (or has not) changed since the mid 80s and ask the burning question, why do teachers always holiday in France? The Yorkshire Pud also shares his fear of St. Margaret Clitheroe's withered hand and how miracles sometimes do happen.
The duo are joined by David Barrett, Director of School Performance for a Multi Academy Trust, to discuss which is most important Teaching or Learning? We also hear all about David's latex ears and how they travel with him everywhere and start to discuss how education might look after lockdown.
The Yorkshire Pud and Bury Bawler are joined by Adrian Blight from Imagine Education to talk CPD in schools and his work on CPD overseas. Adrian also enters the Confessional, tune in to hear his confession. Do the Bawler and Pud absolve him of his sins?
The Yorkshire Pud and Bury Bawler discuss all things lockdown in the world of education during the Coronavirus outbreak. The Confessional is also open for business, what will they confess to this time? To get involved in the Confessional visit www.thebrickinthewall.com.