How Should You Invest?
A May 2022 conversation about saving, investing, pensions, financial education and investing time and money in skills and future opportunities.
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Should Your Child Take the 11+?
Should your child take the 11 Plus? Explore grammar school choice, exam preparation, catchment areas and why the route may not suit every child.
The Metaverse: The Evolution of Education?
Could the metaverse change education? Explore virtual reality, online teaching, access, privacy and the human relationships behind learning.
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GCSEs and A-Levels 2022: What’s Changing?
Looking back at GCSE and A-level changes for 2022, including advance information, assessment adjustments, fairness and exam pressure.
Nurseries
Rupa and Vicky discuss twenty years of Hunnypot Day Nursery, early-years play, supporting families and the realities of running a nursery.
Motivation (From ‘1s’ to ‘7s’)
Margaret shares her daughter’s GCSE journey, exploring motivation, rebuilding confidence, encouragement and the transition into sixth form.
Siblings
In episode 7, Jeshal talks about her girls and the differences between their characters at different ages, their relationship and their learning styles.
Is Having a Career Plan Important?
How important is a career plan? Adam and his mum discuss ambitions, dentistry, family priorities and the experiences that shape future choices.
How Did Children Fare During Lockdown?
A 2021 discussion of children’s learning during lockdown, social relationships, online lessons, mental health and cancelled examinations.
The Art of Persistence
In episode 4, two parents discuss juggling jobs, academic work, sports, timetables, learning difficulties, and how persistence has been key.
The 7 Plus Experience
Parents discuss the 7 Plus experience, including preparation, writing, interviews, confidence and supporting children without taking over childhood.
Life at Forest School
Prajay, Jon and their school friend James reflect on life at Forest School, memorable teachers, friendships and what makes a school the right fit.
