Finding out about Technical and Creative Manager, Simon Gray

The Forest School at Channing

#026 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you’ll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school’s alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.

The Forest School program at Channing School began seven years ago and has since expanded to cover reception through year four. The program offers a wide range of outdoor activities and equipment in a mature garden/forest setting. The evolution of the program has been driven by the interest of the pupils and the recognition of its value in their development. The teachers involved in the program are passionate about being outside and have a variety of outdoor skills. The Forest School provides opportunities for the children to engage in activities such as pond dipping, whittling, tree climbing, and rope swinging. The program promotes creativity, imagination, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills. It also aligns with the broader curriculum, complementing subjects like history, geography, math, and art. The Forest School enhances the students' well-being, physical activity, and connection with nature. Parents have noticed positive changes in their children's confidence, resilience, and engagement with the outdoors. The program emphasizes sustainability, responsibility for the environment, and care for plants and animals. The Forest School fosters a sense of adventure, curiosity, and a positive outlook on oneself and one's skills.

Takeaways

• The Forest School program at Channing School provides a wide range of outdoor activities and equipment in a mature garden/forest setting.
• The program promotes creativity, imagination, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• The Forest School aligns with the broader curriculum, complementing subjects like history, geography, math, and art.
• The program enhances the students' well-being, physical activity, and connection with nature.
• Parents have noticed positive changes in their children's confidence, resilience, and engagement with the outdoors.
• The Forest School fosters a sense of adventure, curiosity, and a positive outlook on oneself and one's skills.

Channing School Online:

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Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

A conversation with Peter Boxall, Director of Music

#025 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you’ll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school’s alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.

Channing School Online:

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Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

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Talking with alumna and Royal journalist Katie Nicholl

#022 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you’ll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school’s alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.

Join us as Katie takes us on a nostalgic journey through her school days at Channing, where her passion for storytelling began. From conquering daunting staircases to forming lifelong friendships, Katie paints a vivid picture of her formative years and the lessons she learned.

Discover the behind-the-scenes tales of Katie's journey from aspiring journalist to acclaimed royal correspondent. From chance encounters with Prince Harry to covering milestone events like the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, Katie's career has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Channing School Online:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school

Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

Year 12 STEM Ambassadors interview Professor Lewis Dartnell, Research Scientist, Presenter & Author

#022 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you’ll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school’s alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.

Channing School Online:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school

Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool

Alumna Amanda Davidson and the Transylvanian Scholars Program

#022 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you’ll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school’s alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill. If you have any questions please do contact the school through the main website.

Channing School Online:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/channingschool

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/channing-school

Twitter: twitter.com/ChanningSchool