Conversations with Ipswich School

#026 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Bev Steensma, Director of Music at Ipswich School.

In this episode we hear about the highlights of music at Ipswich School this year. We explore why music is important and the benefits of being involved, and at any level,  as well as how the skills gained are transferable for life beyond school.

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Bev Steensma.

Ipswich School online
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#025 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Connie and Elliot.

This episode Saskia Jordan hands over the reins to Connie who leads Consciousness Club which is all about inclusion and diversity. Connie speaks with Elliot, an open transgender person, about pride month and  gender issues.

So join Connie now as she leads us through this conversation with Elliot.

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#024 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Silas and Amber

This episode is one of our Consciousness Club specials to celebrate Pride month. Consciousness Club is the group set up and run by Sixth Form students which is all about inclusion and diversity and creating a safe space for students to discuss issues about gender identity.

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Silas and Amber.


Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#023 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Nicholas Bowman-Scargill and Dylan

Nicholas is an OI and Dylan is in Sixth Form. Nicholas resurrected his family business, Fears Watches, in 2016 and has twice been featured in the Financial Times. 

Nicholas and Dylan talk about the value in being your true self - it's a heartwarming listen with some wonderful insights.

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Nicholas Bowman-Scargill and Dylan.

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#S3/04 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Charlotte and Matt.

Saskia Jordan is about to hear from Charlotte and Matt about how their lecture examined the relationship between literature and philosophy, and how literature can popularise philosophical theory. 

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Charlotte and Matt.

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#Special Editions - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there.

Saskia Jordan is about to hear from teachers Madeline and Richard who will tell us all about the school celebration of Pride month this June. We hear about the Rainbow Trust Award and continuing to build an inclusive school community. 

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Madeline and Richard.

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#03 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where find out what life is really like there.

Saskia Jordan is about to ask Eva and Charlotte about their lecture on beauty and morality and the effect characters in the media have on  modern expectations. The conversation evolves from Ipswich School's student lecture series and Eva and Charlotte's part in this.

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Eva and Charlotte.

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#S3/02 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Flora Day.

Saskia Jordan is about to ask Flora about her fascinating and insightful lecture on Women as Weapons in War. We hear what inspired her to do the lecture. How she conducted her research and the difficulties she faced. As well as what advice she would have for someone looking to do the same.

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Flora Day.

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#S3/01 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today, we’re joined by Richard Parkin, Director of Art.

Saskia Jordan is about to ask him about the upcoming GCSE and A Level Exhibitions, the direction of the Art Department and the future applications of creative thinking. Richard tells us about the recent study trip to London which included a behind the scenes tour at the Royal Ballet.

And, we find out Richard's favourite part of the school day and you'll never guess what it is.

So join Saskia Jordan now as she leads us through this conversation with Richard Parkin

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school 

#017 - Welcome to Conversations with Ipswich School, the podcast where we speak with people in the school and those who’ve already left, to find out what life is really like there. Today our Head Girl, Eva, is joined by Connie and Angie to talk about launching Consciousness Club as we celebrate International Women's Day #Break the Bias.

Ipswich School online
Website: www.ipswich.school
Twitter: @ipswichschool
Facebook: @ipswichschool
Instagram: ipswich_school