In this episode, Global Teacher Prize winner Andria Zafirakou MBE reveals why creativity holds such a special place not only in the classroom, but the education system as a whole.

In this episode of The Educators we’re joined by John Murphy, CEO of Oasis Community Learning, the fourth biggest academy chain in the UK, who reveals how formative moments in your childhood can shape your future - and how taking a different approach can transform the experiences of the most vulnerable young people.

In this episode of The Educators, Priya Lakhani OBE, Founder and Chief Executive of Century Tech, discusses the potential for technology to transform education and allow teachers to focus on teaching.

In this episode we’re joined by Lord Dr Michael Hastings CBE, who shares what he believes needs to change to sufficiently prepare young people for the future.

Caution: This episode of The Educators is certainly inspiring – but it contains references to self-harm and suicidal thoughts from the outset. So if that sounds like it might be difficult for you to listen to please check out one of the other episodes in our series.

In this episode we hear from award-winning mental health campaigner and founder of My Mind Matters Too, Meg Zeenat Waminthi, who discusses the importance of supporting young people, shares why it’s crucial to recognise young people struggling with their mental health and ask the important question: “Are you okay?”.

In this episode we’re joined by Dr Susan James Relly, Director of the Skills, Knowledge and Organisational Performance research centre at the University of Oxford, who reveals the power of surrounding yourself with people who inspire and encourage you to ‘be better’.

Professor Craig Gaskell, founding and former Principal and CEO of University Academy 92, shares his experiences from designing and building a new educational institution which has a fundamentally different approach to tertiary education where young people are given the inspiration to believe in themselves, the space to independently learn and the skills to thrive.

In this episode, Brett Wigdortz OBE, Founder of Teach First UK and non-executive chair of the National Citizen Service reveals why he’s passionate about ensuring the education system provides opportunities for all.

There’s no greater goal in our society than to help young people to realise their potential.

Welcome to The Educators, a new podcast series brought to you by Capita in partnership with BecomingX. In this series we’re joined by some of the biggest names in education as they explore the educational opportunities for the future, unpack solutions for greater learning and demystify how education can support and equip young people for the future.