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Miss Estruch Teach & Tell

Welcome to Miss Estruch Teach & Tell —the podcast dedicated to helping busy teachers streamline their workload, improve productivity, and find more joy in teaching. Whether you’ve been in the classroom for years or you’re navigating the challenges of balancing work with being a busy mum, this show is designed for you. Join Miss Estruch each week as she shares time-saving teaching tips, engaging Biology lesson ideas, and powerful edtech tools that make your life easier while boosting the

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S2 E8 | Stop Making Boring PowerPoints! Try This...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/10/20

Ever feel like your PowerPoints look a bit dull or take hours to create?In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to use Canva’s presentation generator to instantly build colourful, professional slides tailored to your lessons. You’ll discover how to: Use Canva’s Describe your presentation feature to generate full lesson decks Edit templates like “Label the Heart” or “What is DNA” to fit your objectives Create your own brand template for consistent, time-saving lesson design Avoid the

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9:34

S2 E7 | How to Teach Required Practicals Without the...

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2025/10/13

Teaching the AQA A-level Biology required practicals doesn’t have to be stressful.In this episode, I’ll show you why the apparatus and techniques table in the specification is actually more important than the practicals themselves when it comes to exams—and how you can help your students master it. We’ll also cover how to structure your lessons around the 12 required practicals, from prep to write-up, and I’ll share free resources to make your life easier, including: ✅ Equipment lists ✅

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12:28

S2 E6 | Why Do Adults Respect Teachers Less Than...

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2025/10/06

Teenagers get a bad reputation for being rude and ungrateful. But my experience online tells a different story. My 16–24 audience—students preparing for GCSEs and A-levels—are some of the most polite, respectful, and grateful people I’ve ever worked with. Meanwhile, on my teacher-facing platform, the harsh comments often come from adults who aren’t even teachers. So why does this happen? In today’s episode, I reflect on the disparity between the two audiences and explore why public respect

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14:27

S2 E5 | Google Forms For Fast, Automated Marking:...

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2025/09/29

Ever set a test and then spend your entire evening marking the same short answer or mutilple choice question 60 times and wondered if there is a more automated and efficient way to do it? Well, yes there is! With Google Form. In this episode, I’ll show you how to: • Create quick quizzes and homework checks in Google Forms • Use auto-marking and teacher-marked questions together • Access instant graphs of class performance • Spot misconceptions and plan reteaching straight away • Save your

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17:47

S2 E4 | Is Using AI as a Teacher Ethical? Should...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/09/22

Is using AI as a teacher ethical?That’s the big question in today’s episode of Miss Estruch Teach & Tell. AI tools like ChatGPT can save us hours by writing emails, reports, and references in minutes. But is it right? Could it make our communication feel less personal, or even unfair when students aren’t allowed to use AI in their exams? In this episode, I cover: ✅ The pros and cons of using AI for teacher emails ✅ Whether it’s ethical to use AI for reports and references ✅ How

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9:05

S2 E3 | Top 5 Outlook Tips That Save Teachers Hours

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2025/09/15

Are you buried under emails from parents, colleagues, and school admin? In this episode of Teach & Tell, I’ll show you how to use Microsoft Outlook to finally take control of your inbox. From setting rules and folders to flagging reminders, pinning urgent items, and creating out-of-office messages for the holidays, these practical tips will help you streamline your workload and reduce stress. By the end of the episode, you’ll know how to: ✅ Filter and prioritise urgent vs. non-urgent

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42:40

S2 E2 | Stop Letting Teaching Take Over Your Life –...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/09/08

This week I’m joined by Steven Puri, a former Hollywood exec turned productivity coach, who shares some of the most unexpected and useful time-saving lessons for teachers.We explore: How to work in ‘flow states’ even with a chaotic school day Realistic productivity strategies teachers can actually stick to Mental reframes that make boring tasks faster Steven brings stories and ideas from his years at DreamWorks, 20th Century Fox, and as a 3x tech CEO, showing that even the busiest

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31:19

S2 E1 | Why Most Schools Get Mental Health Support...

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2025/09/01

Teachers are not therapists. But every day, you’re on the frontlines of a mental health crisis — watching students struggle with anxiety, low mood, overwhelm, and disengagement. What can you actually do to help? In this episode of Miss Estruch Teach & Tell, I’m joined by licensed therapist Iuri Melo, co-founder of SchoolPulse, to break down how teachers can support student mental health without needing a counselling qualification or taking on more emotional load. We cover: What the

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7:55

S1 E32 | Reflect, Recharge & Reset: Your End-of-Year...

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2025/07/14

Inthe final episode of Season 1, we’re taking a moment to look back on the year, celebrating what you did well, reflecting on what you’d like to improve, and making sure you’re ready to take a proper break this summer.🎉 Topics in this episode: How to celebrate your wins and set realistic goals for next year Ideas to fully rest and recharge over the summer My own summer plans with a house full of four-year-olds in Spain! My current book recommendation: Think Again by Jacqueline Wilson 💬

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13:43

S1 E31 | Supporting Students on A-level Results Day &...

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2025/07/07

Results Day 2025 is nearly here—are you ready?In this episode, I break down everything teachers need to know to support students on Results Day, including: ✅ What to bring on Results Day (grade boundaries, exam board access) ✅ How to interpret results and advise on remarks ✅ Essential Clearing advice for students, including when they can add a Clearing choice (13:00, 14 August 2025) ✅ Top tips for helping students call universities confidently ✅ Links to UCAS Clearing guidance Get my free

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22:05

S1 E30 | Should I Leave Teaching? Honest Advice for...

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2025/06/30

Wondering if you’ve got one more year left in you — or quietly thinking about leaving teaching altogether?In this episode,I share my journey of leaving the classroom in 2024 after 15 years as a teacher and Head of Department.I am also joined by Lisa Harding, career coach and founder of the Teacher Career Transition Academy, who works with teachers navigating career change. Togetherwe discuss: Signs it might be time to leave Mindset shifts that open new doors What to do over the summer to

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13:53

S1 E29 | September Sorted: Your Summer Planning Guide...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/06/23

September always arrives faster than we expect—but that doesn’t mean you have to start the year in chaos.In this episode, I’m sharing why the summer term is the perfect time to plan ahead and how you can do it in a realistic, teacher-friendly way. From team-wide curriculum updates to pencilling in school events, we’ll cover a mix of big-picture strategies and nerdy little wins that set you up for success. You’ll Learn: What types of planning make sense to do in summer Ways to split up

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S1 E28 | Dealing with Parental & Student Expectations...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/06/16

Tutoring privately comes with a whole new set of challenges—especially when parents expect immediate results.In this episode, I share how to manage expectations from the very first enquiry, safeguard yourself as a tutor, and avoid burnout from unrealistic demands. You’ll learn: What to include in your tuition information pack How to set boundaries around grade guarantees The importance of honest communication with families Why I record every Zoom lesson—and why you should too How to write

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12:42

S1 E27 Why gained time is a myth, and what we can do...

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2025/06/09

On paper, your timetable looks lighter. In reality? You’re juggling school events, report writing, UCAS references, and internal exams—all crammed into the term you thought would be calm. In this episode, we dive into: What teachers really face during ‘gained time’ Why it often results in less time than before How to reframe your expectations and plan smarter Practical steps for streamlining your end-of-year workload Quick Win: Use a ready-made lesson to save yourself hours this week

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S1 E26 | ChatGPT in the Classroom: How to Help...

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2025/06/02

Is ChatGPT the enemy—or your new classroom assistant?In this episode of Teach & Tell, I break down: How to teach students to use AI for study support (without cheating) and Red flags that suggest AI-generated homework 🎧 You’ll learn: ✅ How to guide students to use ChatGPT ethically ✅ Warning signs to spot cheating 📄 Download my Prompt Sheet for Teachers: https://www.missestruch.co.uk/free-chatgpt-prompts 💬 Let’s connect: Instagram: @missestruch.teach.and.tell Website:

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7:30

S1 E25 | 5 Genius Ways Teachers Can Use Canva in 2025

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2025/05/26

Think Canva is just for posters?Think again! In this episode, I’m sharing 5 updated and practical ways teachers can use Canva in 2025 to save time, reduce stress, and create visually engaging lessons and resources. You’ll learn: ✅ How to create time-saving lesson templates ✅ Tips for building revision flashcards and mind maps ✅ How to make classroom displays that actually help students ✅ Parent communication hacks using Canva ✅ A clever way to support students with digital homework

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S1 E24 | What Every Student Needs to Hear This Week-...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/05/19

Exams are almost here, and your A-level students are starting to spiral. In this episode, I’ll walk you through exactly what to say to help them feel calm, confident, and focused. Perfect to use as a ready-made pep talk or structure for your next lesson. 🎧 Inside this episode: ✅ What students actually need to hear in May ✅ How to guide them through panic and procrastination ✅ Active recall routines that work To support your students, here is the reference exam stress video

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S1 E23 | ChatGPT Prompts for Revision: Save Time,...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/05/12

In this episode of Teach & Tell, I’m sharing the exact ChatGPT prompts I use to build fast, effective revision lessons. From active recall questions to exam-style tasks, you’ll learn how to supercharge your GCSE and A-level teaching with AI—without spending your Sunday marking or planning. 🎧 You’ll learn: ✅ 5 prompts to instantly generate revision resources ✅ How to get students using AI safely ✅ The easiest way to create a full worksheet in seconds 🔗 Follow me on Instagram:

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8:51

S1 E22 | Fun Final Lessons for Year 11 & Year 13:...

Miss Estruch Teach & Tell ·

2025/05/05

End-of-year lessons don’t have to be filler! In this episode, I walk you through my Biology Escape Room—an engaging and competitive activity that makes the final lesson of the year memorable and educational.Perfect for GCSE or A-level students, this challenge uses revision-based clues to lead students to the code for a locked prize box. You’ll learn: How to run the escape room with minimal prep What types of clues should be included Ways to differentiate and adapt for timing What’s in my

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13:37

S1 E21 | How to Plan a Lesson That Works for All...

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2025/04/28

Want to know how to plan a lesson that actually supports progress—for every single student in your class?In this episode, I walk you through my go-to structure for lesson planning, with a special focus on supporting neurodivergent students, including those with ADHD, autism and dyslexia. You’ll learn: ✅ How to plan an engaging starter ✅ How to structure information delivery without losing student focus ✅ Why a halfway checkpoint changes everything ✅ How to design tasks that are active, not

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