It takes a Village

#010 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village School For Girls in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

Summary

In this engaging podcast episode, Simon Jones speaks with three parents, Erika, Ines, and Emma, about their experiences with the Village Prep school. They discuss the importance of community involvement, the positive impact of the school on their children's development, and their hopes for their children's futures. The conversation highlights the nurturing environment of the school, the friendships formed, and the confidence built in the children as they navigate their educational journey.

Key Takeaways

• The Friends of the Village School (FOVS) organises fun events for children.
• Parents play a crucial role in creating a supportive community.
• Children thrive in a nurturing school environment.
• Confidence and curiosity are fostered in children at school.
• The school encourages friendships and positive relationships.
• Involvement in school activities enhances parenting experiences.
• Trusting teachers alleviates parental stress during transitions.
• The school prepares children well for future challenges.
• Sustainability is a key focus of the school's initiatives.
• Parents hope for their children to love learning and be self-expressed.

Website:

thevillageschoolforgirls.co.uk

#009 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village School For Girls in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

Summary

The conversation explores life inside the school, focusing on different age groups and their experiences. The participants discuss the daily routines, topics of study, and the importance of female role models. They highlight the balance between structure and play, the enthusiasm for learning, and the growth of the children throughout the years. The conversation emphasises the importance of happiness in education and the role of teachers in fostering a positive learning environment.

Takeaways

• Life inside a school varies across different age groups, with each group having its own routines and topics of study.
• Female role models are important for young girls in school, as they inspire and empower them to pursue their dreams.
• A balance between structure and play is crucial in education, allowing children to learn and explore in a positive and engaging environment.
• Happiness is a key factor in a child's upbringing and learning, as it fosters a growth mindset and social confidence.
• Teachers play a vital role in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment, where children feel valued and motivated to learn.

Website:

thevillageschoolforgirls.co.uk

#008 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village School For Girls in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

Summary

In this conversation, Cora Riley-Bolsom, Deputy Head of The Village School for Girls, discusses the importance of outdoor play and the positive impact it has on children's learning and well-being. She also announces the opening of a senior school in September 2024, starting with Year 7 and gradually expanding each year. Cora highlights the enthusiasm of the teaching staff and their eagerness to teach a different age group. She emphasizes the school's commitment to nurturing individual students and providing a variety of inclusive activities. Cora also discusses the benefits of a girls' school environment and the school's involvement in a group of schools for collaboration and support.

Takeaways

• Outdoor play has a significant impact on children's happiness and learning.
• The Village School for Girls is opening a senior school in September 2024, starting with Year 7.
• The teaching staff is excited about the opportunities the senior school will bring and the chance to teach a different age group.
• The school focuses on nurturing individual students and providing inclusive activities.

Website:

thevillageschoolforgirls.co.uk

#007 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village School For Girls in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

Today's episode is a great one, we're meeting the Head. It's Kirstie Hampshire!

Website:

www.thevillageprepschool.com

#006 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village Prep School in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community. And today it’s time for the Harvest Festival so in this episode we’re speaking to Deputy Head, Cora Reilly Bolsom, and some of the girls in school.

We’re going to find out what the Harvest Festival is all about, the motivation behind it and how it is organised, how the girls put together assemblies that are topical and inspired by what’s happening in the news. As well as how the festival leads to donations to the local food bank, all good stuff!

Now we have a special extra something for you right at the end of this episode so stick around to find out what that is but in the meantime let’s step into the start of it to find out more about Harvest time at the Village Prep.

Website:

www.thevillageprepschool.com

#005 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village Prep School in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

In this episode we hear from Cora and Rachael, Cora’s the Deputy Head and Rachael’s a Year 5 teacher, and we’re going to hear all about the 11+. We’re going to hear some top tips for parents, some tips for the pupils, what some of the jargon is and what other advice might be useful to you if you’re listening to this podcast episode. That’s all coming up so come with me now as we step into the world of 11+ with Cora and Rachael.

So let’s get into this episode right now of 'It takes a Village'. 

Website:

www.thevillageprepschool.com

#004 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village Prep School in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community. In this episode we hear from some of the pupils themselves as our host, Paul, asks them questions to find out more. We start by hearing from Sadie.

So let’s get into this episode right now of 'It takes a Village'. 

Website:

www.thevillageprepschool.com

#003 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village Prep School in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

In this episode we talk with one former and one current parent, Lindsay Fleming and Stephen Wander. We'll find out why they chose The Village Prep School for their children, what advice they have for parents considering The Village Prep as well as their views on the communication from teachers and support for their children's progress.

So join us now as we get a parental perspective on The Village Prep School.

Website:

www.thevillageprepschool.com

#002 - Welcome back to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village Prep School in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

And in this episode we chat to six of the Village Prep School pupils, three from Year 6 and three from Year 1! We'll find out about the Village Business Awards and what the girls have gained from their experience.

We hear how charities benefit while the girls learn what it takes to be business women and even entrepreneurs.

And we learn about the girls thoughts on the school, and how they would run it!

Website:

www.thevillageprepschool.com

#001 - Welcome to ‘It takes a Village’ the podcast from The Village Prep School in Belsize Park north-west London. This is the podcast to let you find out more about the school by hearing from staff, pupils, parents and others from the school community.

And in this, our first episode, we’re about to hear from Headteacher Morven MacDonald. We ask Morven to explain what the no homework policy is all about, what the next initiative is she’s about to implement and she’s asked to sum up the outcomes and characters of the girls they’re striving to create at The Village Prep School.

But we also get to find out more about Morven herself; her own journey before joining the school and we discover if she was about to enjoy a last meal where she would go and who she would take with her.

That’s all coming up in this episode so come with me as we step into the Headteacher’s office at The Village Prep School with Morven MacDonald.

Website:

www.thevillageprepschool.com