Latest Berkhamsted school Podcast Episodes
The cast and crew of Shrek The Musical
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - March 23, 2022 08:00 - 23 minutes#033 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re speaking to the cast and crew of this year’s school performance Shrek The Musical. We’ll be hearing from pupils Louis, Anna, Will and Ellie, as well as Performance Director, Mrs Dawn Wylie. They’ll tell us all about the roles they playe...
TooledUp Education - revisiting pastoral with Tracey Evans, and Dr Kathy Weston
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - March 16, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes#032 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re going back in time. We are revisiting our pastoral podcast featuring our Chief People Officer, Tracey Evans, and Dr Kathy Weston from TooledUp Education. Berkhamsted Schools Group are partnering with TooledUp Education to provide access...
Sixth form life at Berkhamsted with Martin Walker
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - March 04, 2022 17:00 - 24 minutes#031 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re looking back at a previous episode because the team are excited that the work for the new future of Berkhamsted Sixth is set to begin next week. So this is an episode with Martin Walker, Headteacher at Berkhamsted Sixth, recorded in 202...
Stepping into Design and Technology with Amanda Attfield
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - February 23, 2022 06:00 - 20 minutes#030 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to Amanda Attfield, the Head of Design and Technology at Berkhamsted. Amanda’s going to tell us all about Design and Technology, and how she gets young students to be passionate about the subject, why its important to get more g...
Headteacher Nicola Nicoll talks about Heatherton and science
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - February 16, 2022 06:00 - 20 minutes#029 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re stepping into Heatherton because on the morning of Friday 18 March they’ll be holding an open event. So if you’re a member of the school community then why not share this episode with people you know who might be interested in coming alon...
Pre-Prep and Prep revisited
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - February 10, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes#028 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re going back in time. Heads-up for you, Berkhamsted Pre-Prep and Prep are holding their open events on Saturday 26 February with Pre-Prep’s in the morning and Prep in the afternoon. So we thought it would be good to revisit two conversation...
Pre-Prep and Prep revisited
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - February 10, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes#028 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re going back in time. Heads-up for you, Berkhamsted Pre-Prep and Prep are holding their open events on Saturday 26 February with Pre-Prep’s in the morning and Prep in the afternoon. So we thought it would be good to revisit two conversation...
Outdoor Ed - fashionable or a key part of school education?
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - February 02, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes#027 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re going outdoors with the wonderful world of outdoor education. Simon Payne, Director of Outdoor Education, explains what it’s all about. And if you ever thought it was just going to be geography field trips then you’re in for a surprise! ...
Unpacking Music at Berkhamsted
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - January 26, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes#026 - Remarkable community indeed. In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re jumping into the music department. This means we get the chance to speak to Steph Gunary, Director of Performing Arts Development, Ben Noithip, Head of Solo performance and Malcolm Melling, Head of Ensembles. ...
The benefits of single sex education - is it still relevant?
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - January 19, 2022 15:00 - 25 minutes#025 - Remarkable community indeed. In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to Berkhamsted Girls Headteacher, Liz Richardson. Liz will talk to us about the values in single sex education, the benefits it has in a teaching environment, the wellbeing of the girls and their hap...
In conversation with the Director of Drama, Dominic Curtis
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - January 12, 2022 06:00 - 23 minutes#024 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to the Director of Drama Dominic Curtis. Dominic will discuss his role as Director of Drama, why drama at school is such a useful subject regardless of a student’s career aspirations and what the House of performing arts is all ...
Christmas is coming!
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - December 15, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes#023 - It’s Christmas in the Pre-Prep and this may well prove to be one of the favourite podcast episodes of the whole channel so far. We have a unique moment to enjoy some time with some of the children in Reception, they’ll be talking to us about Elf Day, some children from Year One talking ab...
Power BI - what is it? Nick Cale explains.
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - December 08, 2021 06:00 - 23 minutes#022 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to the Deputy Head, Curriculum and Assessment, Nick Cale. So, in this episode we’re going to be talking about something called Power BI, what it is, how it’s used and how it helps the teaching staff at Berkhamsted. We also hav...
Religion - a place for all and the benefits of time to reflect
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - December 01, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes#021 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to the school Chaplain, Reverend Jane Markby, and Assistant Chaplain, Chloe Hopkins. So today, we’re going to discover how the school’s Christian ethos works alongside the many faiths and diverse cultures in the school, how the ...
Leadership skills, why are they so important?
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - November 25, 2021 06:00 - 28 minutes#020 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to the Deputy Head Leadership, Duncan Hardy. Now, Duncan is in charge of co-ordinating opportunities for leadership development for pupils and staff at Berkhamsted. That means in this episode we’ll get to find out how the leader...
Step into the world of boarding at Berkhamsted
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - November 17, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes#019 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re stepping into the boarding houses as we talk to Head of Boys Boarding and Head of International Recruitment, Chris Sutton. So we’re going to find out from Chris just how boarding works at Berkhamsted, the diversity and community aspect ...
Be amazed to discover how Julian Anthony gets involved in almost all aspects of school as Chief Operating Officer
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - November 10, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes#018 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to someone who is in many ways the backbone of the school, or at least one of them, for sure. Julian Anthony is the Chief Operating Officer and you would be amazed the different aspects of school life he gets involved in. Which ...
Berkhamsted Prep's Headteacher, Jamie Hornshaw (find out what he does in this episode!)
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - October 20, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes#017 - In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking to the Headteacher of Berkhamsted Prep School, Jamie Hornshaw. Now Jamie knew he wanted to work in the world of education from a very young age which means he was able to follow that path immediately. So you’re about to hear abo...
PSHE - what should we be teaching? (Sarah Gledhill)
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - October 13, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes#016 - Remarkable community indeed. In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight it’s all about PSHE. Sarah Gledhill is our guest and she’s about to open up this whole world to us, explaining exactly what it is, why it’s so important to children in school in 2021, and how parents can engage with...
Languages… what makes them so important?
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - October 06, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes#015 - Remarkable community indeed. In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking French, Mandarin, maybe Italian and Japanese, well, we’re talking languages. Dr Nick Startin talks to us about the importance of learning languages in 2021, how French people view British people when p...
Community - what does that mean? Richard Thompson explains.
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - September 29, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes#014 - Remarkable community indeed. In this episode of the Berkhamsted Spotlight we’re talking about the community. Richard Thompson, Assistant Vice Principal, is in charge of the school’s external relations which means he has a passion for connecting with the community and keeping those relatio...
Sport for Life
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - September 22, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes#013 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
Nutrition, fussy eaters and real help for parents over summer with Olivia Haverson
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - July 07, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes#012 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
Year six pupils share their thoughts before leaving for the senior school
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - June 30, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes#010 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
Year seven pupils share their feelings nearing the end of their first year in the senior school
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - June 30, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes#011 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In ou...
Pastoral care at Berkhamsted with Tracey Evans and Kathy Weston
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - June 23, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes#009 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
A conversation with Andy Ford, Vice Principal at Berkhamsted
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - June 16, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes#008 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
Talking Science in education with Nicola Nicoll
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - June 09, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes#007 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
Learning Leaders programme - talking with Y12 and Y13 pupils
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - May 26, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes#006 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
Hannah Butland & Laura Knight on innovation & teaching at school
In the Berkhamsted spotlight - May 19, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes#005 - Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. In th...
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