Catching Up with Sarah and Ginny

Ginny and Sarah explore the significance of music and song in education and personal experiences, and the importance of active listening, before catching up with the inimitable Andi Hillman!

Sarah and Ginny catch up on tidying up, clutter, and its impact on accessibility and learning. They explore the importance of simplifying, curiosity and engagement, and the role of collaboration in education.

The conversation covers the importance of understanding neurodiversity in teaching and learning, the impact of change and transition on children's well-being, the relational aspect of education, reading and engagement in education, and the core purpose of writing.

Sarah and Ginny catch up about their excitement and expectations of the new academic year, changes in the podcast format, reflection on the past year, upcoming events, invisible inclusion and learning barriers, scaffolding and independence in learning, starting the new year with reading, connecting with students, and building relationships through golden threads and making connections.

The second part of Sarah and Ginny's highlights of the year so far....

The conversation reflects on the past year, the joy of elevating voices, the impact of the podcast, shifting perspectives in education, learning from mistakes, and looking ahead to the future.

Part one of the highlights from 2026 so far...

Sarah and Ginny catch up with Rachel Higginson and discuss her journey into education, her role and passion for curriculum, the treadmill of education and the importance of curiosity, the song 'I Am the One and Only' and strengths-based approach to SEND, the book 'The Extended Mind' and embodied learning, and the power of oracy and deep listening.

Sarah and Ginny speak to Omar Mentesh about his work in the criminal justice space, his personal experiences, and the power of reading and education; delving s into the impact of trauma, the importance of peer-to-peer support, and the significance of finding meaning in challenging circumstances.

Sarah and Ginny chat with Dr Emma Kell on teacher well-being, the impact of educational organisations on young people, and the challenges in the world of SEND. Emma Kell shares insights from her teaching and coaching career, as well as her favourite book!