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The Education Business Podcast

The Education Business Podcast is for educational consultants, small education-based business owners, Edtech providers and workshop leaders focused on providing education services to schools, as well as for teachers transitioning to freelancing with an entrepreneurial business idea. Growing and scaling a business that provides a service to schools and education requires a different skillset and inside knowledge to many other entrepreneurial ventures. In this podcast Claire Riley, CEO of Classroom

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37:36

Matt Wilkinson: Charging Your Worth: From FE Teacher...

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2026/02/15

Overview In this episode of The Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley is joined by Matt Wilkinson, founder of Restart Tuition. Matt shares his journey from FE lecturer to business owner, the reality of building a tutoring company, and the mindset shifts required to grow sustainably. They explore how to move from “doing everything” to focusing on the right clients, why undercharging harms both tutors and learners, and how word of mouth, local reputation, and systems can transform a

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39:38

John Nichols: The Uncomfortable Truths of Teaching,...

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2026/02/09

What really happens when a teacher leaves the classroom and builds an education business? In this episode, Claire Riley is joined by John Nichols, President of The Tutors’ Association and founder of an international education consultancy, to unpack the uncomfortable truths about teaching, tutoring, and entrepreneurship in education. John shares his unconventional journey from Teach First science teacher to full-time tutor, and eventually to leading one of the UK’s most influential

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21:48

Darren Norman: The Gradual Shift from Teacher to...

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2026/02/02

Podcast Overview What happens when a teacher starts questioning the relevance of what’s being taught — and decides to do something about it? In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley is joined by Darren Norman, founder of Headline Maths, who shares his journey from a 17-year teaching career to building an education business rooted in real-world relevance. Darren talks honestly about the mindset shift from teacher to business owner, the fear and self-doubt that

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36:21

Aidan Severs: From Classroom to Education Consultancy

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2026/01/26

Overview In this episode ofThe Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley speaks with education consultant Aidan Severs about his journey from classroom teacher and school leader to running his own education business. Aidan shares how blogging, leadership roles, and consultancy work helped him find his niche, as well as the personal and professional challenges that shaped his decision to go independent. The conversation explores balancing family life with entrepreneurship, redefining success

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29:14

Lisa Haycox: From Tutor to CEO

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2026/01/19

In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire is joined by Lisa Haycox, Chief Executive Officer of Explore Learning. Appointed CEO in April 2025, Lisa has grown with the organisation for more than two decades, joining in 2002 as a tutor and progressing through senior leadership roles across operations, product, and strategy. Most recently, as Chief Operating Officer, she led Explore Learning’s digital transformation during COVID-19, helping the organisation continue to support

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20:56

Ian Hunter: Breaking into International Education...

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2026/01/12

Episode Overview In this episode, Claire Riley is joined by Ian Hunter, founder of Lyme Education Consulting, to explore how education businesses can successfully expand into international markets. With over 27 years in edtech and global education, Ian shares practical insights on trust, localisation, market research, and common mistakes to avoid when going global. All About Ian:Ian has worked in the EdTech market for over 25 years and has worked for some of the largest education companies in the

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32:48

Joshua Perry: Insights from Multiple Edtech Ventures

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2026/01/05

Navigating the EdTech Landscape: Insights from Multiple Ventures In this episode, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, talks with Joshua, a seasoned entrepreneur in the education sector. Joshua shares his journey from children's publishing to running multiple education businesses, including Smartgrade and Carousel. He highlights key lessons learned, such as the importance of understanding market size, unit economics, and the needs of Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs). Joshua also discusses the

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3:38

Tip: The Importance of Context in Leading Your...

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2025/12/10

The Importance of Context in Leading Your Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses the pivotal role of providing context to your team members in an education business. She explains how context helps improve team efficiency and outcomes, sharing insights from her own experience and interactions with other education business leaders. Key points include striking a balance with information sharing, the benefits of

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38:04

Matt Dix: Building Multiple Educational Content Brands

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2025/12/08

Building Multiple Educational Content Brands In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, hosted by Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, guest Matt Dix shares his journey from a primary school teacher to a thriving education business owner. Matt, who runs several education brands including Manic Street Teachers, Musician of the Month, and the Fluency Factory, discusses his transition from the classroom to business, the importance of creativity, and maintaining a close connection to

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3:35

Tip: Unsticking Your Education Business_ Future...

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2025/12/03

Unsticking Your Education Business: Future Planning and Growth Strategies In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, addresses common challenges faced by founders and business owners in the education sector. Focusing on the theme of feeling stuck in business, Claire discusses the importance of setting new goals, envisioning long-term success, and planning for future growth. She shares insights from her own experiences and conversations with

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38:26

Ed Riley: Insights from Classroom Secrets' Co-Founder

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2025/12/01

Navigating Growth in an Education Business: Insights from Classroom Secrets' co-founder In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley and Ed delve into the journey of building their education business, Classroom Secrets. Claire, a former teacher, and Ed, who transitioned from an IT role in a large non-profit, discuss the unique challenges and strategies they faced. They highlight the importance of having a clear plan, roles, and structures, and the advantages of flexibility and

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Tip: Effective Mastermind Sessions to Grow Your...

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2025/11/26

Effective Mastermind Sessions to Grow Your Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses effective strategies for conducting mastermind sessions to enhance business outcomes. Claire shares her own experiences with different mastermind formats, their pros and cons, and introduces a refined mastermind structure utilised at Classroom Secrets. The episode provides a detailed breakdown of a one-hour session format aimed

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34:11

Katie Harrison: Journey from Classroom to CEO:...

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2025/11/24

Journey from Classroom to CEO: Starting and Growing an Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley speaks with Katie, the co-founder of Picture News. Katie shares her journey from teaching Key Stage 2 to starting an educational business that provides news resources for schools. The discussion covers the initial challenges of balancing a new business with raising three young children, the organic growth of Picture News through email marketing, and the

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6:10

Tip: Effective Interview Strategies for Education...

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2025/11/19

Effective Interview Strategies for Education Entrepreneurs In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, shares valuable insights on how to interview potential hires for your education business. Drawing from her own experiences and common challenges in the industry, Claire highlights the importance of learning from past mistakes to ask the right questions. She emphasises hiring for attitude over experience, being upfront with information, and using

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36:25

James Aylott: The Inspiring Journey of Number Stacks

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2025/11/17

From Classroom to Boardroom: James' Journey of Building Number Stacks In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, interviews James, a former head teacher and founder of Number Stacks. J ames shares his 16-year journey from being a cadet first aid instructor at age 13, through his teaching career, to becoming a business owner. He details the challenges he faced, the inspiration behind creating Number Stacks, and the steps he took to transform

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3:36

Tip: The Power of Great Questions in Education Business

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2025/11/12

The Power of Great Questions in Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses the significance of asking quality questions in driving the growth and success of your education business. Whether you're running a tutoring service, publishing company, or holiday club, Claire emphasises that asking the right questions can improve your outcomes and help you make impactful decisions. She also shares her own experiences

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33:45

From Classroom to Business: Emily's Education...

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2025/11/10

From Classroom to Business: Emily's Education Marketing Business Journey In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, talks with Emily Hanson, a former teacher who transitioned into the business world. Emily shares her journey from being a primary school teacher to founding her own company, Emmerlilly Digital, which specialises in marketing with an education focus. They discuss the challenges of balancing business growth with family life, the

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2:28

Tip: Navigating Public Scrutiny

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2025/11/05

Navigating Public Scrutiny In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, shares insights and experiences on growing an education business. Claire emphasises the importance of becoming comfortable with being on display and learning in front of an audience, which can include friends, family, ex-colleagues, Facebook followers, and employees. She reflects on her own journey from being an inexperienced leader to managing a team, and encourages

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15:47

Transitioning from Teaching to Tutoring: Lindsey's...

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2025/11/03

Transitioning from Teaching to Tutoring: Lindsey's Journey In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley from Classroom Secrets interviews Lindsey, a former teacher turned successful tutor and business owner. Lindsey shares her personal journey from experiencing burnout as a deputy head teacher to starting her own tutoring business. She provides insights on overcoming initial fears, scaling her business by onboarding additional tutors, and the importance of mindset in

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Tip: Understanding the Dual Sides of Entrepreneurship...

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2025/10/29

Balancing the Hustle and Owner-Investor Mindset in Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses the dual aspects of entrepreneurship: the hustle required in the early stages of a business and the owner-investor mindset needed to sustainably grow. Claire shares her personal journey and insights on recognising which side of entrepreneurship you align with, the importance of leveraging a team, and understanding the

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