Beaconverse Podcast

In this episode of Beaconverse, we speak with our new Head of Girls starting in September, Liz King. Liz reflects on her career journey, what drew her to The Beacon, what she's most excited about as she prepares to take up the role, and her vision for the future of girls' education at the school.

In this episode of Beaconverse, we speak with Head of Cooking and Nutrition, Kim Rowland, to learn more about our MasterCook competitions and the wider cooking experience at The Beacon.

In this episode, we're joined by our Head of Maths, Martin Langley; Head of Science, Alex Horn; Head of Design & Technology, Danielle Reeve; Assistant Head (Upper School) and Computing Teacher, Josh Porter. Together, they talk about the exciting activities, challenges and opportunities planned for The Beacon's upcoming STEM Week, giving a preview of what pupils can look forward to as...

In this episode, our Librarian and Storyteller, Susannah Howard, together with our Deputy Head (Academic), Nikki Olhausen, discuss The Beacon’s National Year of Reading celebrations and share how we are fostering a love of reading throughout the year.

In this episode, Headmaster Nick Baker and Senior Deputy Head Simon Detre share insights into the exciting changes ahead as The Beacon transitions to co-education.

In this festive episode, we were delighted to host a Christmas quiz featuring four of our Lower School pupils. Packed with fun trivia and plenty of cheerful Christmas chatter, it was the perfect way to spread some seasonal joy! 

 As we kick off the first episode of the new school year, we’re excited to welcome our Beacon Parent Society Co-Chairs, Faye and Jas. They’ll be introducing themselves and sharing a bit about their roles, the work they do behind the scenes and how they help support our school community. 

Two of our Beacon boys, as well as our Head of Drama, spoke on Chiltern Voice radio about their experience performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. 

In this episode, we interview the stars and director of our upcoming Sister Act Jr show, which will be performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Spinney Theatre at The Beacon.

In this episode, three of our Beacon boys thought of questions they'd most like to ask our Headmaster, Nick Baker, and then interviewed him with these.

Six of our Year 8 Beacon Boys discuss their favourite books to read, giving us a synopsis of each book and outline why they rate them, without any spoilers.

In this episode, our Head of Upper School Mr. Tenison and our Head Boy Team, come together to discuss all things leadership.

In this episode, we were delighted to welcome the Co-Chairs of our Beacon Parents’ Society to discuss everything the BPS Committee involves, from organising exciting events for our Beacon Community to enjoy to fundraising and planning new school development projects.

In this month’s episode, we will be discussing well-being; one of the core values strongly supported at The Beacon. The welfare and well-being of our boys is the primary focus and every member of our Beacon Community strives to ensure our boys feel happy, secure and confident.  Each half term, we focus on embedding one of our Beacon values into school life, and wellbeing is the value of focus this...

In this month’s episode, we discussed The BeaconX, our newly launched online educational platform. We  talked about the upcoming courses and touch on the future plans for BeaconX. We were delighted to welcome Mark Walker, Head of BeaconX, as well as Mika Paker and Sam Privett who run some of the online courses. 

In this month’s episode, we are delighted to welcome Nick Baker, our Headmaster and our newly appointed Head Boy Team; Dino, Sam and Shaan.  Where will be delving in to why the boys applied for the position and their mission this academic year. We will also be discussing the importance of a Head Boy Team at the school with Mr Baker.

In this episode, we welcomed Ed Tenison, our Head of Upper School, with two Year 8 boys from the winning entrepreneurial business pitch, to discuss our newly introduced KidsMBA course. This brand-new initiative is a great asset to our Year 8 Leavers’ Programme. The Beacon boys highlight their experience of the KidsMBA course, touching on their winning business idea and Mr Tenison outlines the impo...

We were thrilled to welcome three of our Beacon alumni in this episode of Beaconverse. The gentlemen take us back in time at The Beacon, giving us insight into what school life was like in the 40s to early 60s... as well as giving our boys a piece of advice. Many thanks to the following for joining us: Graham Kimber (OB 1942-48) Iain Ward (OB 1950-57) Bernard Culverhouse (OB 1956-62) Graham Kimber...

In this month’s episode of Beaconverse, we are joined by our Head of Lower School, Jemima Elcomb, and Deputy Head of Lower School, Wendy Phillips, to talk about the benefits and provisions we offer here at The Beacon in Years 3 and 4.     If you are thinking about sending your son to an Independent Prep School from Year 3, have a listen to find out more about these vital two years of learning and...

In this months episode, we are joined by our Housemasters and Mistress along with our 4 heads of house to take part in our Beaconverse Battle of the Houses competition. They take part in a series of question rounds in order to earn house points. They were tested on knowledge of The Beacon, from its history to modern day facts. I'll warn you now, you will be sure to fall victim to the very con...

We are joined by our Head of Middle School, Steve Miles, as well as Leo and Rory from Years 5 & 6 to discuss our new Future Sparks Programme.

In this months episode of Beaconverse, we speak to our Headmaster, Nick Baker, and our newly appointed Head Boy team.  We discuss exciting plans they all have and Nick takes part in a 'Quick Fire' round. 

In this months episode of Beaconverse, we spoke to our former Interim Headmaster, Simon Detre, all about our Summer 'Jubilee' Term under his leadership. He kindly answers questions submitted by our Beacon boys. 

In this episode of Beaconverse we chat to our newly appointed Head of Music, Dr Gavin Lockley. We delve into his extensive career and how his passion for Music was ignited.  Gavin also gives us a small taster of his Opera singing skills as well as a beautiful demo on the Piano.  We hope you enjoy!

In this month’s episode of Beaconverse, we were pleased to welcome Mrs Olhausen and Mr Tenison, who were accompanied by two of our Year 8 boys, to discuss life in Upper School at The Beacon.    We explore the benefits of staying at the school in Years 7 and 8, learn a bit about the Senior School preparation programme, as well as hear from the boys who highlight some of their favourite parts of Upp...