The Education Lounge Podcast

Numerous teachers have decided to leave the United Kingdom, some indefinitely. In our most recent episode, we explore the stories of educators such as Juber, who have chosen to move away from London after several years of teaching. Discover what motivates these teachers to seek new experiences, from desiring warmer weather to navigating diverse educational challenges. Edited by Andrew: https://aje...

We delve into the significance of writing and why it is considered an art form. From conveying thoughts and ideas effectively to sparking creativity and critical thinking. Does writing still play a crucial role in our everyday lives? Whizz Vocab Cards: https://amzn.to/3vczY5o Free Downloads: Connectives, Transitional Phrases and Sentence Starters: https://www.redbridgetuition.co.uk/resources/conne...

Have you ever wondered how to get into a creative career? Meet Andrew, our friend and a talented freelance video editor who started as a runner on sets. Among working for some very big names he has also taken over the editing duties for our show. He shares his journey into the world of editing and sheds light on what it takes to make it in a creative career. Edited by Andrew: https://ajeditor.com/...

Welcome back! Hope you had a great Christmas and New Year. We've been back at work for a week and are planning for the year ahead. With multiple ongoing projects at Redbridge Tuition and personal projects, we need to gain clarity. Though we know our goals, we haven't reevaluated the best way to achieve them in some time. Prajay's Site: https://prajay.co.uk Jon’s Blog: https://money-mee...

Home Alone is now 33 years old! It's a timeless and classic Christmas movie loved by all ages. There are many elements and themes I definitely missed until researching and breaking down the film for this podcast (and I've seen the film many times!). This was a very interesting one which we both thoroughly enjoyed discussing! https://linktr.ee/redbridgetuition Music: https://soundcloud.com/...

Welcome to Pod026 of The Education Lounge Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we dive deep into the intricacies of the 11 Plus examination, exploring its historical roots, the current landscape, and what lies ahead. Join us on this informative journey as we unravel the complexities of the 11 Plus and its impact on the students and parents who go through this tough process. Join us on this intellectual jo...

The Education Lounge Podcast has now been running for two and a half years. As well as a design overhaul, we sat down and took a look back over the past year to find the best bits of advice and key takeaways our guests have had to offer. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:19 - Social Situations 2:50 - Advice to Medics 5:03 - Sleep 12:20 - Feet Frantically Paddling 21:06 - A.I. - Man vs. Machine 27:13 - Bo...

This month, we delve into the world of school holidays and their varying lengths across different regions and educational systems. Explore how these breaks impact students, teachers, and families, offering insights into the importance of balancing academic rigour with much-needed downtime. Join us on this journey as we uncover the dynamics of school holidays and their effects on teachers, parents...

AI will no doubt have a profound impact on society. We explore how AI is revolutionising industries, simplifying daily tasks, and advancing medical research while raising awareness about ethical concerns and job market implications. Join us for an eye-opening journey that sheds light on AI's potential as well as the challenges it will bring to our lives now and into the future. 0:00 - Intro 0:...

We sit down with two medical students (and current tutors!) who are on the verge of becoming qualified doctors. Hear their personal stories, challenges, and triumphs as they navigate the rigorous journey through medical school. Gain insights into their transformative experiences, from academic demands to patient encounters, and discover the dedication and compassion required to enter the world of...

If you're considering tutoring as a career option, you're probably wondering whether it's a viable choice in today's job market. In this video, we'll explore the pros and cons of becoming a tutor and provide some insights to help you decide if tutoring is the right career path for you. We speak with successful tutors who share their insights and experiences on how they built th...

This month's episode explores why reading is important and how it can transform our lives. We dive into the benefits of reading, from improving cognitive function and expanding vocabulary to reducing stress and increasing empathy and look at some of the shocking facts about the downsides of not reading enough. We also discuss our own experiences with reading and how it has impacted our lives....

Is there anything that you wish you had learned at school which would be helpful now? There are some key areas where we felt there was potential to learn a lot at a younger age, besides the normal subjects, that would help in adult life. Most of these lessons did not come with a class but would have been very useful to learn at an early age! 0:00 - Intro Time Management Social Dynamics Financial 3...

In this Podcast, we are joined by Katherine, a newly qualified teacher, and Juber, who has been working in schools for over 10 years. Both provided very informative perspectives on the matter and were an absolute pleasure to talk to. Teaching is undoubtedly one of the most challenging professions in the world, requiring a unique combination of knowledge, skills, and dedication. In the United Kingd...

How important is homework? How much is too much? Are there any negatives? This month, the three of us sit down to discuss our thoughts and experiences regarding homework as students and as tutors. 🎶 : https://soundcloud.com/flipswitch/recovery 💻 Website: https://www.redbridgetuition.co.uk/ 👨 📖 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rtgtuition 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbridgetuitio...

It's Christmaaassss! 🎄🎅🏻 This one was a fun one to do! We talk about our favourite Christmas movies, songs, presents, food and of course, which biscuit tin is the best. Let us know what your favourites are in the comments, we'd love to hear them! 🎶 : https://soundcloud.com/flipswitch/recovery 💻 Website: https://www.redbridgetuition.co.uk/ 👨 📖 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rtgtuition 📷...

Running your own business can be simultaneously the most stressful but the most rewarding thing you can do. It challenges you to be creative, logical, disciplined empathetic and so much more. We sat down with our friend Elena who runs Camden Image Gallery, to discuss what it takes to run a business. https://www.camden-image-gallery.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/camdenimagegallery/ 🎶 : https://...

In a time when the world around us is changing, Suhridh and Jon sat down to discuss how exams have changed over the years. Are they more difficult than when we took them? should you worry if you didn't get the grades you hoped for? They hand out some very useful advice and tips in this podcast!

This week the talk of the office is writing and publishing. Self vs Traditional? Ebook vs physical? Print vs audio? With our new books having been delivered and Jon’s new book for sale on Amazon, we sat down and discussed the process of writing, developing, designing and publishing our own books. The Books We Spoke About:  Our self-published Books: https://www.redbridgetuition.co.uk/product-c...

What is investing? It is using time or money to produce a better future. Did schools teach you what you need to know about investing, or highlight the importance of understanding financial matters? We discuss how investing should play a key role in everyone’s lives. Find a list of the best books on investment here: https://www.redbridgetuition.co.uk/the-best-investing-books/ Do you want to get a f...

The 11 Plus exam is an exam that children can take in the first month of their final academic year in primary school. It is not a compulsory exam. The 11 plus test is for children who want to gain admission to grammar schools in England. We discuss whether your child should take the 11+. It definitely isn’t, and shouldn’t, be for everyone! The 11+: https://www.redbridgetuition.co.uk/services-mock-...

In our pilot podcast, we talked briefly about the future of education. We thought that we ought to revisit the topic in more detail, especially since Facebook has renamed itself Meta (something we still can’t get our head around) and there has been a lot of media hype around the topic. This is an interesting one!

Formal GCSEs and A-Levels exams are going ahead as normal in 2022, however with a few new changes. We discuss these new changes, how we feel about them and how we feel GCSEs should be conducted going forward. Useful Links: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-60241364 https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-literature-8702/changes-for-2022 https://www.tes.com/magazine/news/secondary/g...

It is the 20th anniversary of The Hunnypot Day Nursery, Huddersfield. Jon (who knows nothing about nurseries!) talks to two experts in the field.  Vicky (the manager) and Rupa (the owner) tell him the purposes of a nursery, the different types of nurseries available, the impact of lockdown on babies, their impressive journeys over the last 20 years and what it takes to run a business like thi...

From ‘1s' to '7s'. Motivation plays a much bigger role than you may think when it comes to learning and education. Sometimes a tutor can be the person backing your corner. Watch episode 8 to see how much of a difference the right guidance and language can make in a students journey.