Whitgift Conversations

#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 himself over the summer period, something that was postponed from three years ago. That’s all coming up in this episode so come with me now as I take you into the Headmaster’s office with Chris Ramsey. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 for the future.But we also get to hear what Stuart and Ryan’s favourite sports are for themselves; see if you can guess what they might be.That’s all coming up in this episode so come with me now as I take you into the world of Whitgift sport with Stuart Litchfield & Ryan Shedwick. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 their years at school and also what’s in store in the future.Let’s find out all about the world of Whitgift boarding with Will Chaloner and Jae Chang.Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 how it helps everyone at  Whitgift.Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 Kirstie, her role in the school and how it helps all the children at Whitgift. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 things happen sometimes. That’s all coming up in this episode so come with me now as we speak to Mr Osbourne about the co-curricular programme at Whitgift. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 with me now as we speak to the Chair of Governors, Nick Edwards. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school

#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 home as we come out of the winter months. That’s all coming up in this episode, so come with me now as we learn all about the maintenance behind the beautiful Whitgift school grounds with Daniel Ratling. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 also talk about what’s been happening over the past couple of years as covid restrictions have meant things haven’t been running over the summer as usual. So come with me now as we learn all about the Whitgift Summer School with John Chisholm. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school 

#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 get to hear his thoughts on the media’s representation of history and politics and what it’s been like as a younger staff member teaching subjects often associated with teachers who’re of an older generation. So come with me now as we speak to History and Politics teacher, Chris van Dort. Whitgift School onlineWebsite: www.whitgift.co.ukTwitter: @WhitgiftSchool1Facebook: WhitgiftSchoolLinkedIn: whitgift-school