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The Educational DilEmma · Friday · 47 min

Boarding, Unpacked.

In this episode, we explore the world of boarding at the Dragon, busting some common myths and looking at how much has changed since the experiences many parents remember from the 1970s. We discuss the benefits boarding can bring, from independence and lifelong friendships to unforgettable experiences and plenty of fun. We also explore why getting to know each child as an individual is at the heart of great boarding, and what parents should look for when choosing a boarding school. Above all, we celebrate the care, commitment and passion of the boarding practitioners who make boarding feel like a home from home, helping children feel safe, supported and ready to thrive. If you'd like to hear more about what I get up to, please follow me on Instagram @head_in_heels Or if you want to learn more about the Dragon School, our Instagram account is @dragonschooloxford And if you've got any ideas or dilemmas you'd like us to discuss, please do email us at podcast@dragonschool.org Host - Emma Goldsmith, Head of the Dragon School Dan Falvey - Boarding House Parent Marcus Faulkner - Deputy Head: Boarding Hannah Myles-Cook - Boarding House Parent Producer and Co-Ordinator - Jess Forde Assistant Producer - Sheena Lawrence Co-Ordinator – Imelia Taylor Technical Producer - Seb Engert Cover Artwork - Dan Forde @ Pier Studio

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In this episode, we explore the world of boarding at the Dragon, busting some common myths and looking at how much has changed since the experiences many parents remember from the 1970s. We discuss the benefits boarding can bring, from independence and lifelong friendships to unforgettable experiences and plenty of fun.

We also explore why getting to know each child as an individual is at the heart of great boarding, and what parents should look for when choosing a boarding school. Above all, we celebrate the care, commitment and passion of the boarding practitioners who make boarding feel like a home from home, helping children feel safe, supported and ready to thrive.

If you'd like to hear more about what I get up to, please follow me on Instagram @head_in_heels

Or if you want to learn more about the Dragon School, our Instagram account is @dragonschooloxford

And if you've got any ideas or dilemmas you'd like us to discuss, please do email us at podcast@dragonschool.org

  • Host - Emma Goldsmith, Head of the Dragon School
  • Dan Falvey - Boarding House Parent
  • Marcus Faulkner - Deputy Head: Boarding
  • Hannah Myles-Cook - Boarding House Parent
  • Producer and Co-Ordinator - Jess Forde
  • Assistant Producer - Sheena Lawrence
  • Co-Ordinator – Imelia Taylor
  • Technical Producer - Seb Engert
  • Cover Artwork - Dan Forde @ Pier Studio
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