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  • Season 5: Episode 10: It's The Little Things

    In this episode of Bright Sounds, Lia is joined by Guardianship Care Manager Isabelle Amor and Director of Sales and Marketing Cory Holden to explore the little things that make a big difference in educational guardianship. From arranging medical appointments and replacing lost belongings to organising birthday surprises, discover how Bright World’s behind-the-scenes support helps international students feel settled, supported and at home while studying in the UK. 

    31 min
  • Season 5: Episode 9: All About Arrivals
    What happens behind the scenes when a new school term begins?
     
    In this episode, Lia is joined by Tori Percy and Robbie Piper to explore the busy start of term for international students in the UK. From flight delays and unexpected travel changes to Buddy Arrival Visits, meeting host families and helping students settle in, discover how Bright World supports students as they begin another exciting term.
    22 min
  • Season 5: Episode 8: Top 10 Questions Parents Should Ask

    How do you know if you’re choosing the right educational guardian?

     

    In this episode, Lia is joined by Su Warren and Cory Holden as they work through the Top 10 Questions recommended by AEGIS, exploring what parents should be asking when choosing a guardianship company and why each question matters.

    From host family arrangements and school visits to safeguarding, communication, and additional costs, discover what to consider when making this important decision.

    38 min
  • Season 5: Episode 7: Supporting Student Wellbeing

    How do you support an international student when they're struggling with their mental health?


    In this episode, Lia is joined by Su Warren and Robbie Piper to discuss Bright World's Mental Health Champion Initiative. Discover how our specially trained team works alongside schools, parents and healthcare professionals to provide compassionate, practical support for students studying in the UK. 

    13 min
  • Season 5: Episode 6: Live from the annual Bright World Conference
    Join Lia for a special edition of Bright Sounds as she takes listeners behind the scenes at the Bright World Guardianships Annual Conference.
    Featuring special guests from across the Bright World Team, conference highlights and a look back at the past academic year, this episode celebrates the teamwork and shared commitment that make Bright World what it is.
    13 min
  • Season 5: Episode 5: 24hr Assistance - The Emergency Phone
    What happens when an international student needs urgent support in the middle of the night?
    In this episode, we take a closer look at “The Emergency Phone”, a vital part of our guardianship support for students and families studying in the UK.
    Lia is joined by Simon King and Tom Kane to discuss who’s behind the calls, how the system works, and some of the real-life situations where immediate support can make all the difference.
    20 min
  • Season 5: Episode 4: Meet the Team - University Guardianship
    Ever wondered who’s behind our University Guardianship programme?
    Or what it takes to support international students as they begin university life in the UK?
    In this episode of our Meet the Team series, Lia sits down with Casper and Isabelle to introduce the people at the heart of this important role.
    19 min
  • Season 5: Episode 3: Back to Basics - Hosting
    What does “hosting” really mean?
    Why do international students choose host families?
    What does it take to become a host, and what checks are involved?
    Join Lia Ferris as she sits down with Annie Constable and Tori Percy to break it all down. The essentials to the unexpected benefits, we explore what hosting looks like in practice, and why it matters.
    19 min
  • Season 5: Episode 2: What If?
    What happens if a student forgets their passport?
    What happens if a host family has concerns?
    Join Lia Ferris as she puts Maria Novais and Tom Kane in the hotseat, and finds out what guardians actually do when plans go off-script.
    16 min
  • Season 5: Episode 1: Snowed in at Schiphol

    Snowed in, flights cancelled, and a new school term just days away. Join Lia as she chats with Simon, Casper, and Tori to relive a chaotic start to the new year, and the behind-the-scenes effort it takes to keep students safe and supported.

    21 min

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