The Schools North East Podcast
Welcome to the Schools North East Podcast, your source for deep dives into the critical issues facing our education system today, from a North East England perspective. This is a space to explore the gap between educational policies and the realities experienced by those working tirelessly in our region’s schools. We will also shine a light on our regions’ amazing schools, sharing their inspirational stories with a nationwide audience. The Schools North East Podcast is sponsored by Howden. Howden (formerly Endsleigh) has 60 years’ experience providing bespoke solutions for the education sector, and partners with nearly 1,000 UK schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. From helping schools create a safe learning environment to protecting their pupils and people, Howden provides a range of insurance and wellbeing solutions that go beyond the traditional broking model, including: - Insurance and risk management - Wellbeing services for pupils and parents/ guardians - Employee benefits and wellbeing Get in touch with their specialist team by emailing schools@howdeninsurance.co.uk or calling 0 333 234 1198.
Episodes

Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
As always, it was fantastic to see such a diverse, dedicated – and downright lovely – group of SBPs coming together to share insights, exchange ideas, and collaborate for the good of the sector. It really is one of our favourite events in the calendar!
In this episode, we delve into the NNoSS conference, highlighting some key moments throughout the day. As well as this, we hear directly from NNoSS members about why the network is so important to them.

Friday May 03, 2024
Friday May 03, 2024
In Episode Four, we're joined by Mary Myatt, education adviser, writer and speaker. Be the first to listen to Mary share her expert thoughts and opinions on a range of critical topics at the Schools North East Curriculum Conference 2024.

Friday Apr 19, 2024
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Today, we join Chris Zarraga in Conversation with Alex Fairlamb, Assistant Principal of Kings Priory School at the Schools North East Curriculum Conference 2024.
Join Chris and Alex as they discuss the crucial intersection of policy and practice in education, specifically focusing on the unique context of The North East.

Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Today, we join Chris Zarraga in Conversation with Zoe Carr, CEO of WISE Academies Trust at the Schools North East Curriculum Conference 2024.

Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Today, we join Chris Zarraga in Conversation with Colin Lofthouse, CEO of SMART Multi Academy Trust at the Schools North East Academies Conference 2024.
Join Chris and Colin as they delve into the crucial intersection of policy and practice in education, specifically focusing on the unique context of The North East.

Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Introducing the Schools North East Podcast. This is a space to explore the gap between educational policies and the realities experienced by those working tirelessly in our region’s schools. We will also shine a light on our regions' amazing schools, sharing their inspirational stories with a nationwide audience.