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Whitgift Conversations

Whitgift School

Welcome to our podcast channel, the place to find out more about our school and where we"ll be speaking to staff, pupils and parents so that together we"re all connected. If you have any questions please contact the school through the main website.

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All Episodes

20:18

Whitgift Languages with Andrew Hunt

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/09/22

S2:E2 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re going into the Languages Department with Head of Languages at Whitgift, Andrew Hunt. Now, you’re going to love this episode. Andy’s going to explain to us why he’s so passionate about languages, those he loves to teach and those he loves to speak, and also what the options are for the boys to learn at Whitgift. And if you want to learn some

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26:03

Chris Ramsey reflects on exam results day, the summer...

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/09/08

S2:E1 - Welcome back to Season Two of Whitgift Conversations, this is the podcast where we where we speak to members of the Whitgift Community about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re kicking off the new academic year by talking to Headmaster of Whitgift, Chris Ramsey. We’re about to hear what it was like during those exam results days in the summer holidays, but also what happens in school during the summer break, what the focus is for 2022/23 and also what the Headmaster gets

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20:39

A year in review with Headmaster, Chris Ramsey

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/07/05

#020 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to Headmaster of Whitgift, Chris Ramsey. Chris is going to talk about some of his favourite highlights of this academic year, what’s in store for the next academic year, how the School has changed since Covid and also what his advice is for students over the summer holiday. But we also find out what Chris is planning on doing

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26:09

Whitgift Sport with Stuart Litchfield & Ryan Shedwick

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/06/23

#019 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode, we’re diving into sports! Stuart Litchfield is the Director of Sport and he’s joined by Ryan Shedwick, Assistant Director of Sport.Together they explain to us what the world of Sport at Whitgift is like. We get to hear about OWs and how they give back so freely, we hear about the different sports on offer at the School and what the vision is

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26:21

Boarding at Whitgift with Will Chaloner and Jae Chang

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/06/09

#018 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to Will Chaloner the Senior Boarding Housemaster and he’s joined by Jae Chang, Deputy Boarding Housemaster. Together we explore what boarding life is really like at Whitgift. We’re going to hear what it looks like, how it’s so different to boarding life in the past, how boarding life changes for the boys as they advance through

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20:06

Whitgift For All with Thomas Northcote

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/05/19

#017 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to Director of Development, Thomas Northcote.Thomas is with us to discuss Alumni, Bursaries and something called Whitgift for All. Thomas will unpack all of this, to tell us what happened over last weekend, what it’s all about and how people can get more involved with it.Let’s find out all about Thomas, his role in the School and

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22:43

Learning Support with Kirstie Richardson

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/05/05

#016 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to Head of Learning Support, Kirstie Richardson. This is a great episode. Kirstie is clearly very passionate about Learning Support, not just from the point of view of children who learn in different ways but also those who don’t need any extra support. So this really is an episode for all listeners. Let’s find out all about

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24:11

The co-curricular programme with Alistair Osborne

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/03/24

#015 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents, and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode, we’re talking to Mr Osborne about the co-curricular programme at Whitgift. Alistair’s about to tell us firstly what co-curricular actually means, but then we hear all about the approach the school takes and what the future holds for co-curricular. But we also find out how Mr Osborne got into teaching in the first place, it’s funny how these

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21:46

Chair of Governors, Nick Edwards

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/03/10

#014 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to the Chair of Governors, Nick Edwards. Nick will talk about the benefits of having younger governors who are also in full time employment, what makes the Chair of Governors different from the other governors, why people choose to commit time to being a governor and how his job helps him be a better governor at Whitgift. So come

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18:48

In conversation with Daniel Ratling, Grounds and...

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/02/24

#013 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re speaking to Grounds and Estate Manager Daniel Ratling. Daniel will tell us about his roles and responsibilities at Whitgift school, why it’s important to maintain school grounds and the duties that take up most of his time. But we’ll also get some gardening tips and tricks for anyone looking to bring a new lease of life to their garden at

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18:28

Whitgift Summer School and the wider school community

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/02/17

#012 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re speaking to John Chisholm, short course marketing manager and teacher of English as a foreign language. John will tell us all about the Whitgift Summer School, what a typical day or week looks like, how the Whitgift Summer School differs from others in the UK and why it’s valuable for both Whitgift boys and Old Palace girls. John will

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22:40

Teaching History & Politics, with Mr Van Dort

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/02/03

#011 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to History and Politics teacher as well as the Assistant Head of Higher Education, Chris van Dort. Chris will talk about his background as a teacher and what it’s like having taught in deprived areas, he’ll also delve into what it is about history and politics that makes them such compelling subjects to study and teach. We’ll also

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18:53

In conversation with Assistant Head, Learning and...

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/01/20

#010 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. Now this episode was recorded before the Christmas holidays and in it, we’re talking to Assistant Head, Learning and Innovation, Kate Goldberg. We’ll discuss how and why the curriculum at Whitgift is so unique, what valuable skills are being taught to the children and we’ll also get to learn about something called Ignite. But we’ll also explore some of the

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18:34

An update for 2022 from Chris Ramsey, Headmaster

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/01/10

#009 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re back in the Headmaster’s office hearing from Chris Ramsey himself. This is a great episode. We hear a round-up of the end of last term, excellent for parents to hear all the activities happening in school and we get to hear what we can expect in the coming year. But we also gain an insight into Chris’ mind on some other areas too, such as

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22:38

Community Partnerships with Andy Marlow

Whitgift Conversations ·

2022/01/06

#008 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re speaking to the Director of Partnerships and Community, Mr Andy Marlow. Mr Marlow will tell us about his role and responsibilities as Director of Partnerships and Community at Whitgift, what the community programmes are and why they’re so valuable for students to get involved in. But we’ll also have a meaningful conversation about school

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24:08

Chaplain at Whitgift School, Alan Bayes

Whitgift Conversations ·

2021/12/14

#007 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re speaking to the Chaplain at Whitgift School, Alan Bayes. We’ll find out what the responsibilities of the Chaplain are, how Alan provides support to all pupils regardless of faith and the relationship between the school and the Croydon Minster. But we’ll also explore charity work and how the school and students get involved. So come with me

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25:02

Learning and innovation with James Piggott

Whitgift Conversations ·

2021/12/02

#006 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to Deputy Director of Learning and Innovation, James Piggott. We’ll discover exactly what the role of Deputy Director of Learning and Innovation entails, what values the school instils in its students and how they prepare students for what comes after their studies. But we’ll also delve into the world of academia, what teaching

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21:37

The space where it happens: Drama in Schools

Whitgift Conversations ·

2021/11/18

#005 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to the school’s Director of Drama, James Hammond. This is a great episode. James explains why drama is so important in school, he describes the whole drama department space for the sake of people who maybe haven’t ever stepped into that department, he talks about how to reach some of the more shy students at school and where he

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24:43

Full Circle - being an Old Whitgiftian amongst a new...

Whitgift Conversations ·

2021/10/29

#004 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to member of staff and Old Whitgiftian David Powell. So David is about to talk through what life was like when he was a young boy at the school, what changes he’s seen but also how the school holds onto traditions while also evolving with changing times. But we also hear about the Afro-Caribbean society and the things that David

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22:21

Taking Care - in conversation with Whitgift's...

Whitgift Conversations ·

2021/10/14

#003 - Welcome back to Whitgift Conversations, the podcast where we talk to staff, parents and pupils about topics that are relevant to you. In this episode we’re talking to Pastoral Deputy, Dayle Kirby. Dayle explains to us how the school supports the diverse community of students in the school, what the dangers are of the school staff not reflecting that community, the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement and what the biggest challenges are for students in 2021. This is one of those really

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