One Education : Rethinking Education

In this episode, we discuss the government’s white paper 'Every Child Achieving and Thriving,' exploring its vision for education over the next decade. Tune in as we delve into key themes such as foundational learning, the growing importance of oracy, curriculum coherence, and inclusive practice. We reflect on what current proposals could mean for schools and trusts, weighing up both the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.

In this episode, Jenna Crittenden, Teacher Advocacy Lead at the Chartered College of Teaching, reflects on the highlights of the Rethinking Curriculum Project, discussing the importance of teacher agency in pedagogical development and curriculum design.

In this episode, Helen Marriott, Head of Inclusion at One Education, reflects on common misconceptions surrounding inclusion and the importance of culture, relationships and quality-first teaching in school.

In this episode, we are joined by Mark Granby who has been a  National Leader of Governance, and is Chair of Trustees at two multi academy trusts  to discuss a very key element for every educational establishment’s leadership capacity – one of Governance.

In this episode, we are joined by Headteacher Suzi Bray to consider how we can use a playful approach to meet curriculum goals and provide opportunities for children to be the best learners they can be. Join us as we share insights from neuroscience, child development and pedagogical research.

In this episode, our hosts are joined by Adam Cooke, Head of Music at One Education, exploring how music can support pupils' academic performance and personal growth. Adam shares best practice and real-life examples of how schools can weave music into the fabric of everyday life, making it a key part of every child's education.

We are delighted to be joined by Dave McPartlin, Headteacher at Flakefleet Primary School, reflecting on how schools can build a “dare to dream” culture where anything is possible, raising aspirations and promoting that all-important sense of belonging for every child.  

Our hosts Rachel and Jo sit down to talk to successful poet and author, Matt Goodfellow, all about the power of reading and writing. Matt explores the impact that poetry can have on children, especially those who think outside of the box and bring unique perspectives from their experience of SEND, disadvantage, and other vulnerabilities.

Our Rethinking Education hosts Rachel and Jo are joined by guest Jeanette Jackson, director of award winning The Manchester Stress Institute, Biochemist and Sports Scientist, discussing why menopause matters.

At the start of the second year of the Rethinking Education podcast series our hosts welcome Lekha Sharma, School Improvement Lead for Avanti Schools Trust and author of two books 'Curriculum to Classroom' and 'Building Culture'.