“The feeling of helping them to grow, to become older and to pass knowledge, it’s so amazing for me.”

Welcome back to another episode of Grow: A Podcast from Cambridge. Today we are welcoming primary school teacher Sylvie Canal, from her very own classroom just outside of Paris.

In this heartwarming episode, Sylvie shares the joy and magic behind nurturing young minds and those precious moments that make teaching the most rewarding job.

She also shares practical approaches for engaging young learners, using games, songs, stories, and interactive methods to make learning fun and meaningful.

In this episode of Grow, you will hear all about:

• Sylvie’s philosophy of continuous learning, adapting teaching methods and seeing each class as a unique opportunity to connect with and inspire students.
• The importance of finding meaningful work and following your passion for education.
• Sylvie’s personal career journey from her nervous first steps in the classroom to leading international school trips.
• An innovative English immersion program in place at Sylvie’s school.
• The special bond between primary school teachers and their students.

You’ll also hear from ELT writer, teacher, teacher trainer and conference speaker Ben Goldstein, with a top tip that you can use in your classroom!

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Hello and welcome back to Grow: A podcast from Cambridge.

We are excited to bring you a brand new line up of inspiring teacher stories from classrooms around the world. You’ll also meet some new hosts, and a few familiar ones too!

We’re starting off in the UK, to meet Laurie Chase, a Senior Teacher and Safeguarding & Wellbeing Lead at LILA College in Liverpool.

In this episode we delve into Laurie’s unexpected path into English language teaching, their unique approach to classroom observations, and the innovative staff wellbeing initiatives at their college. Laurie shares how they overcame imposter syndrome and navigated neurodiversity, utilising these challenges to become powerful strengths within the classroom.

Tune in to learn:

• Valuable insights into overcoming imposter syndrome in the classroom.
• Tips for supporting neurodivergent students and teachers.
• How to improve your professional resilience skills.
• The importance of continuous self-improvement and workplace wellbeing for teachers.

You’ll also hear from teacher trainer and materials developer Jade Blue, with a top tip that you can use in your classroom!

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This week is a very special episode, as we’ll be taking a look back at some of our favourite moments from the first ten episodes of Grow: A podcast from Cambridge.

During the first series we visited teachers in their classrooms across Italy, Spain and The Netherlands.

It’s been an incredible journey full of valuable insights, inspiring stories and helpful advice. Let’s revisit some of those heart-warming moments.

Tune in to discover:

• Achievements and memories that make our teachers feel proud.
• Some of their favourite English words and phrases
• The impact teaching English has on their students' lives.

We’ll be taking a very short break, whilst we visit new classrooms in more incredible countries worldwide. But don’t worry, we’ll be back in a few weeks, so there won’t be long for you to wait!

Make sure you subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts, so you know when the next episode is released. We can’t wait to bring you some more insightful and inspiring teacher journeys in series 2.

See you soon.

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“I “grow” with them in their first steps of being a teacher”

Welcome back to Grow: A podcast from Cambridge. In this episode we’re joining English Teacher, Helmi Sonneveld in the Netherlands.

Helmi has been an inspirational teacher for over 28 years, and now trains future teachers at the start of their careers. From those nerve-wracking first steps in the classroom, through to new magical moments that make teaching so rewarding.

Discover classroom life through Helmi’s lens, with her take on working with young adult students, the true art of connecting with learners, and the invaluable lessons she’ll pass on to the next generation of educators.

Tune in to hear about:

• Developing confidence in both students and teachers
• Addressing individual learning needs with empathy and strategic approaches
• The palette of emotions that all teachers embrace throughout their career
• Opportunities which open up to learners and educators through learning the English language
• How to reframe classroom development and create connections with students
• English teaching as more than a career, but as a lifelong learning journey

You’ll also hear from ELT Author and Trainer, Jeremy Harmer who shares his advice on getting students to do their homework.

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Welcome back to Grow: A podcast from Cambridge. In this episode we sit down with Anne Niemeijer-Mackie, a passionate English teacher with over 40 years of experience in education.

We join Anne in her very own classroom at Talland College in Amsterdam, and dive into her remarkable work with refugee students, exploring how language can be a powerful tool for integration, opportunities and hope.

Anne’s passion and unique stories will leave you feeling inspired - tune in now to discover:

• Anne's innovative approaches to education, supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
• How teachers can be more than instructors - they are mentors and supporters helping students navigate the world.
• Teaching as a two-way learning process, where educators gain as much from their students as students gain from them.

You’ll also hear from teacher trainer and materials developer Jade Blue, who will share a top tip on getting students to pay attention after a free or practice activity.

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Welcome back to Grow: a podcast from Cambridge, as we embark on the first stop of our latest journey around the Netherlands.

In this episode we're joined by Liesbeth Elbers, from her classroom in Lingecollege MAVO, to explore the art of teaching teenagers.

Liesbeth reveals how she connects with her students through genuine interactions, creative five-minute activities and her genuine passion for language - learning as much from her students as they do from her!

This episode covers:

• How to empower the personal growth of teenage students.
• Balancing the need to be engaging in the classroom, while remaining true to oneself.
• The need for boundaries, recognition, and opportunities for students to lead their own learning.
• Strategies for maintaining motivation and making learning interactive and fun.

You’ll also hear from Educator and Materials Writer, Michelle Worgan, who will share her top tip for getting students to speak in English during pair or group activities.

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Teaching English doesn’t just give students the tools to visit the UK and the US —it connects them to so much more of the world than they could ever imagine.

‘The sky's the limit’ is a phrase that encapsulates that potential perfectly, and it’s among Cristina Tunica’s favourite idioms which she’s shared with students throughout her 20+ years of teaching.

Listen as Cristina joins Luísa Geão for this heartfelt and life-affirming episode of Grow: A podcast from Cambridge.

This episode covers:

• How English connects you with more than just English-speaking countries
• Cristina’s favourite idioms to use in class
• Leading as more than a teacher; as a guide and mentor
• How to encourage students not to be scared of failure

You’ll also hear again from Ben Goldstein, who will provide his advice on how to increase engagement in the classroom.

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‘English: the beautiful language’. That simple phrase inspires countless students to engage with a subject that unlocks so much in the world.

As a huge advocate for the phrase, Graham Ward is a wonderful example of a teacher who’s been empowering students for over 27 years. He’s now sharing his talents at Fundació Collserola.

Graham joins Luísa Geão on episode 6 of Grow: A podcast from Cambridge, to share how he challenges and motivates students, how silence can be such a useful tool, and staying fresh for a new generation of students!

This episode covers

• Empowering students to be responsible for their own learning
• How you can motivate your students by challenging them
• Why silence attracts
• Adapting your teaching to the new generation of students

You’ll also hear from Miranda Hamilton who will share her advice on how an integrated learning and assessment approach can help teachers in the classroom.

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