BET Listens

In this episode, we are joined by Rachel Owens, Headteacher of St George’s School in Weybridge, a leading independent school and Lord Andrew Mawson, CEO of Wellnorth Enterprises, a social enterprise organisation to explore how we can learn from organisations both within and beyond education and what opportunities our pupils might benefit from if we were more outward facing.

In this episode, we are joined by Chris Goodall, BET’s Head of Digital Education, and Lucien Bowater, CEO of Schools Online, to unravel the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education.

We discover how AI is currently reshaping classrooms and what excites our experts about its potential impact on schools. We also explore how AI can elevate teaching and learning and potentially bridge educational gaps; delving into the prospect of AI addressing industry challenges, the ethics surrounding this and preparing for a future where AI seamlessly integrates with education.

In this episode of BET Listens, we are joined by Alex Russell, BET CEO; Nadine Bernard, Headteacher of Van Gogh Primary and CEO of Aspiring Heads; and Wesley Lewin, Diversity and Inclusion Learning & Advisory Manager at Sky. Together, we explore the importance of EDI in education and belonging, envisioning inclusive school communities, measuring progress, and tackling challenges. We learn from Nadine’s work in fostering an inclusive culture and Wesley’s insights on what education can take from the private sector; discussing the evolving landscape of EDI and its future in education and industry. 

In this episode of BET Listens, we are joined by Mark Finnis from L30 Relational Systems and Ros Allen, Executive Headteacher at Rosebery School. Together, we explore the pressing question of whether behaviour approaches and policies are fit for purpose in our post-COVID world.

In this episode of BET Listens, we are joined by Marc Rowland from Unity Schools Partnership and Sally Brooks, Executive Principal at Fulham Cross School. Together, we explore the complexities of Pupil Premium, questioning its efficacy, and if there needs to be a more nuanced approach.

It's been a year since we first explored the role of AI in education on our podcast. Now, we're excited to revisit this important topic with an insightful panel discussion on the evolving landscape.

In this episode, our Deputy CEO, Penny Alford is rejoined by Lucien Bowater from Olex.AI, Chris Goodall, Head of Digital Education, and Jake, a sixth form pupil at one of our schools. Together, they dive into the key developments in AI-powered education over the past year.

In a world where technology and innovation drive economic growth, STEM industries represent one of our fastest-growing employment sectors, yet many schools face significant challenges in delivering STEM education that truly prepares pupils for the 21st century workplace. These problems include recruiting teachers with the right expertise and designing a curriculum that links to skills to jobs rather than exam criteria.

In this episode, our Penny Alford is joined by Ajay Sharman from STEM Learning UK, Corin Smith, a BET assistant head, physics teacher and STEM champion and Naomi, a sixth form pupil at one of our schools. 

In a world where attracting, developing and retaining talented people is at the heart of organisational success, the role of those who shape workplace culture has never been more critical. Yet many organisations face growing challenges - from creating truly inclusive environments to supporting staff wellbeing and offering career pathways that inspire and motivate in an evolving job market.

In this episode, our Deputy CEO, Penny Alford, is joined by Emma Hilling, People Director, and Jacqueline N, an experienced HR and People Specialist. Together they share their unique perspectives on how we can build cultures where everyone can thrive.