Teachers Talk Radio

64:32

Have government expectations of school attendance...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/24

Improving attendance has been the obsession of both the government and Ofsted since 2020, leading to pressure being heaped on schools - and subsequently children and families - to solve a growing crisis. A fixation on the data, however, is not solving the problem and, instead of looking at the “why”, a punitive approach has been the chosen method of the government - but enforced on the ground by schools. This has led to a breakdown in relationships between parents and schools, with increasing blame

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62:34

High Expectations: The Late Show with Sarah...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/24

The discussion revolves around high expectations not being seasonal. They don't end when exams finish or when the sun comes out. Every lesson, every day and every interaction matters.

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61:35

Suck It Up, Buttercup: The Sunday Lunch Show with...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/22

Join Michael Wright for the Sunday Lunch Show with guest James Stevenson as they discuss what it is to be resilient in today's educational climate. With staff shortages, budget cuts, behavioural issues, school politics, strikes and closures, to name a few, how do new and experienced teachers and leaders traverse the rough terrain that is education? What lessons can be learned from using inner and outer motivation? What part can Finnish Sisu play in surviving the storm?

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56:45

Teaching as scholarship: The Late Show with...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/21

In this show, Konstantinos is joined by Dr Frania Hall to discuss the value of teaching as scholarship in higher education. Together, they explore evaluation, pedagogic research, educational leadership, teaching-focused career pathways, and how universities can better recognise and celebrate teaching excellence. The conversation reflects on academic identity, innovation, professional recognition, and the vital contribution that teaching-focused academics make to the future of higher education.

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50:40

Is there really a recipe for an Outstanding Lesson?:...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/21

Every educator has heard the phrase "outstanding lesson," but what does it actually mean? Is it about engagement, creativity, differentiation, technology, or something far deeper? In this solo episode of The Lunch Show, Famida Choudhary explores one of education's most debated questions: What truly makes a lesson outstanding? Drawing on over 15 years of classroom experience, assessment leadership, lesson observations, and educational research, Famida shares her personal recipe for success. From

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67:38

Fact to the Future! Powering Up Primary Non‑Fiction:...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/21

Louise Marie meets with Marie Zarro to discuss how to introduce non-fiction texts to the primary classroom!

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67:25

Inspiring or demoralising? Our thoughts on effective...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/20

Yannick and Tony talk about how they have been managed and how they have managed others throughout their 25-year careers. They reflect on how their experiences of leadership have impacted them. Which leadership behaviours have made them feel valued and empowered and which have made them feel exposed and demoralised? How have they as leaders looked to balance the need to have impact with the need to support their team? Has leadership changed? Are leaders becoming more effective? Do we have enough

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95:39

What are the most popular GCSE and A-level subjects...

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2026/06/18

As new summer exam entry data lands following the government’s landmark curriculum and assessment review, we ask: are England’s secondary schools on the brink of major change, or are old patterns proving hard to break? Despite plans to scrap the EBacc performance measure, GCSE choices remain largely unchanged with languages still struggling, history steady, geography slipping and business booming. Meanwhile, maths continues its dominance at both GCSE and A-level, economics surges into the top five

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65:39

Do boys really learn differently?: The Late Show with...

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2026/06/16

Join Beejesh and Claire to discuss if Gareth Southgate really does know best about how boys and girls learn.

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77:13

Belonging in Schools - England's Hidden Crisis?: The...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/15

This week on The Late Show with Tim Smale, Tim is joined by Darren Goode, Assistant Principal for Inclusion, for a conversation about belonging in schools. England now has one of the lowest rates of pupil belonging in the world, and the link between belonging and achievement is hard to ignore. Tim and Darren ask why it is still treated as the soft stuff when the evidence says it is anything but, taking in inclusion, SEND, the attendance crisis, representative education, masculinity, behaviour and

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54:52

Stress and meaning?: The Sunday Breakfast with Phin

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/14

We talk how to make meaning out of stress. Join me!

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89:17

Under the Watchful Eye: The Saturday Breakfast Show...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/13

In this show, Darren explores the psychology of being observed as a teacher. Drawing on research by Ali et al., he examines why lesson observations can provoke stress and anxiety, how being watched changes classroom practice, and what the evidence tells us about the impact of observations on teacher performance and wellbeing.

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66:22

Girls in the Game: Tackling Misogyny, Body Confidence...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/12

Why do so many girls disengage from sport during their school years and what can schools do to change that? In this special Teachers Talk Radio show in partnership with the Football Association (FA), hosts Tom Rogers and Rae Whitehouse are joined by Stacey Mullock, Head of Development at The FA, and secondary teacher Helen Tonks to explore the barriers still holding girls back in sport and school life. Whether it be misogyny and exclusion to body confidence, periods, kit anxiety and the fear of

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56:17

Are behaviour policies draconian?: The Late Late Show...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/11

Lee will be joined by Tom and Keiran, teachers in an SEMH school for boys. They will be considering behaviour policies in schools, how to find a sensible balance whilst keeping expectations high.

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60:16

Teacher 'pulled sickie' to go on stag do abroad:...

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2026/06/10

A teacher who “pulled a sickie” to attend a stag do in Portugal, lied about illness, and later ripped pages from his passport to cover his tracks has avoided a teaching ban - but should he have? This week on Points of View, we ask what this case says about trust, professionalism and pressure in teaching. We’ll also debate flexible working in education. Should schools be more open to flexible leave and personal requests to help retain staff and improve wellbeing? Or are schools already under too much

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60:39

Neurodiverse Wellbeing: The Sunday Late Show With...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/08

In this thoughtful and practical discussion, Toby and Jo Hrabi will consider the pressures neurodiverse learners may face in busy educational environments, from sensory overload and anxiety to organisation, communication and confidence. They will also reflect on the wellbeing of teachers and support staff, asking how educators can create inclusive, calm and responsive classrooms while also protecting their own energy and mental health.Tune in for a supportive, human conversation about

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58:50

Self-esteem and stress?: The Sunday Breakfast Show...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/07

We talk stress and self-esteem. Are the two linked? Can one get better without the other? Let's talk it out...

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74:06

Is teaching getting harder? Part 2: The Twilight Show...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/06

Yannick and Tony conclude their discussion on the perceived increase in demand of the profession on teachers . They draw on surveys of UK teachers as well as their combined 50+ years of experience, to make a final, balanced conclusion. Is teaching really getting harder?

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89:11

Parental Self Efficacy and Exam Stress: The Saturday...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/06

In this show, Darren explores the relationship between parental self-efficacy and student exam stress. How much does a parent's confidence in supporting their child's education influence how that child experiences assessment and exam pressure? Drawing on psychological and educational research, Darren examines the evidence linking parental beliefs, family support, academic resilience, and student wellbeing.

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56:04

Where did our first jobs go? Friday Morning Break...

Teachers Talk Radio ·

2026/06/05

Carl asks why so many young people are economically inactive according to the Milburn report. He explores whether schools or teachers are to blame or whether it is in fact the system they operate in that has caused the problem. He also suggests what might be done to make things better.

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