Lingfield College News Feed - Podcast

Paul Yeates: Service, resilience and transformation

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 12:36:10 GMT

Have you ever wondered who Yeates house is named after? Read on!

Craig Fast - Elevate Your Exam Game

Tue, 8 Aug 2023 11:50:32 GMT

Strategies for Mastering Revision and Coping with Stress

Effective revision is a crucial element to succeeding in exams and academic pursuits. It involves reviewing and consolidating knowledge and concepts, practising and applying skills, and identifying areas that need improvement. By dedicating time to revise, students can enhance their understanding of the subject matter, boost their confidence, and increase their chances of achieving better results.

In this podcast episode, Craig Fast, Deputy Head (Academic), shares his insights on the most effective ways to revise and cope with the stress that often comes with exam season.

Alex Gaunt - Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:51:46 GMT

In episode 7 of College in Conversation guest presenter Naimh finds out how Lingfield College celebrates and embraces differences from our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Officer, Alex Gaunt. He discusses how enjoyable this role is and how the School endeavours to create a welcoming and positive environment. Listen to find out more about the competition launched to celebrate LGBT+ History Month and how students can participate.

Stefan Hagan- The Digital Age, UCAS, Law

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:49:14 GMT

In this episode of College in Conversation we spoke to Stefan Hagan. A Business teacher, UCAS Co-ordinator and Director of Digital Learning at Lingfield College.

Learn about Stefan's life before teaching, what made him enter the educational sector and his opinions on digital learning in schools, university applications and more.

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Heather Francis - Getting nostalgic, Meridian lines and Spotting Badgers.

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 11:36:36 GMT

In this episode of College in Conversation we talk to Heather Francis, ex-secretary to the Head at Lingfield College and whose history with the school starts back in the 1980s. You'll listen to stories about our school you've never heard of before, from Alan Titchmarsh to Badger Spotting, to the Sisters of Notre Dame leaving the school and much more.

Josh McEwan - Drama isn't just for actors

Thu, 5 Jan 2023 15:27:22 GMT

In this episode of College In Conversation we sit down with head of drama Mr McEwan to discuss aspects of the subject you may not have considered before. Everyone knows about the performance aspect of drama and what it can do for future actors, but that is one tiny aspect of what this brilliant subject can offer you.

If you still aren't convinced after that, we also chat to Sienna, who as a Y7 scholar at the time of recording, wrote an academic essay on the exact subject of this podcast, so we simply had to speak to her!

Roger Hart - Saying Goodbye to Year 6 and Hello to Year 7!

Tue, 8 Nov 2022 16:00:54 GMT

We talk to Mr Hart, Head of Year 7, about how we work to settle new students during what can be a very daunting process and offer some practical advice to make it a little easier.

We also chat with two of our (soon-to-be Year 7) students Izzy and Addie, about their experiences and expectations when starting in Year 7.

Nigel Harrison - History, Dad Jokes, and Broken Windows

Tue, 8 Nov 2022 16:00:39 GMT

If you have attended Lingfield College in the past twenty-six years, the name Nigel Harrison will mean something to you.

Be prepared for Dad jokes and anecdotes as we cover changes at the school, trips, alumni, and more.

Jacky Shackel - Head of Prep talks about her Career

Wed, 9 Aug 2023 10:55:48 GMT

Mrs Shackel is one of the longest serving members of staff at Lingfield College. We discuss her journey from senior school PE teacher to Head of Prep School.