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In this episode, we breakdown some of the best tools / schemes we use in the classroom.With about 20 years teaching experience between us, we talk about what works for us, as well as how they could be implemented in a classroom.From EdTech to scemes of learning, everything here is something we ha…

We've all either felt this way or had a conversation with a teacher that goes like this..."I would leave but I just feel like I can't"It's a widespread thought and this week we dive into WHY it is the case.What are the pros of teaching?What are the scary bits about leaving?What can you do abou…

What better way to start off the year than with a brand new episode of Teach Sleep Repeat.This week, we talk through 7 things that will help teachers smash the new year.Let us know what you think & follow us on...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/profilecard/?igsh=MXFk…

Our LAST episode of 2024 is packed!We reflect on the best things from the last year, talk about the recent suggestion parents should be FINED for their children's bad behaviour & set some goals for 2025.We hope you enjoy and wish you a very happy new year.Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.co…

We discuss a numebr of teacher this or that questions and give our opinions in this weeks episode!

This week, we discuss policies we would adopt in every school tomorrow if we had the power.Outdated dress policies, reduced written marking & ring-fenced, dedicated time to play that never gets taken away just to name a few! We'd love to hear what you think.Listen to every episode of our teacher…

Charlie has worked with 1000s of teachers to help boost their wellbeing and fitness. This chat is invaluable for any educators looking to put themselves first!

Yes... We are releasing an episode on Christmas week!This episode covers a whole medley of teacher topics, so there's bound to be something here for anyone.Should year 6 abandon maths and English after SATs?Would you rather call a parent or arrange a face to face meeting?Is there an…

Ofsted have been back in the news and they've caused quite a bit of controversy in the education / teaching world!New frameworks for how inspections will be carried out and how schools will be judged have been release to.... a mixed reception.We talk about what the old system was, what has …

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Omar, author and secondary school teacher, for an honest and open chat about his experience of workplace bullying in a toxic school.Omar candidly talks about his experience as a younger teacher and the pressure toxic SLT put on staff to work themselves t…

Half-term is over & we are back for CHRISTMAS TERM!This term is a lot of teachers' favourite, but it also extremely busy and jam-packed with things to get done.Here are our top 8 tips for teachers to survive the Christmas term. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachslee…

Nearly 2 years ago, thousands of teachers went on strike because of the broken, underfunded education system.So, has education been fixed?Did the strikes achieve anything?The short answer is, no.Education Is still broken.Here, we discuss how.Follow us on Instagram: www.insta…

This week we have a bonus episode for you all!We asked our lovely Instagram followers and listeners for questions and you filled our inbox.We ran out of time in the main pod, so here's the bonus one!Should teachers' emails be available to parents?Did we consider other careers before…

Full positive mode this week!Quite simply, we reflect on all of the best bits of the job.What keeps so many teachers going, despite the issues in the profession?Let us know what your favourite parts are 🙌🏻 Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

You've probably heard someone not in teaching say it before...."Why can't you use what you've already planned?"So teachers REALLY need to re-plan things for every single new class?To what extent does buying into a scheme actually help?If we are really serious about reducing workload…

When we were at school, it felt like teaching was a job for life. Teachers were a broad range of ages, even being older more often than not.What changed?Why are so many teachers saying they can't see themselves doing the job long term?Is teaching a job for life any more? Or is it someth…

Is being a classroom teacher enough? Should we always strive to work our way up the ladder in school?What is the boost in money like?Is it *really* a stepping-stone?Is your time just exploited?We look at the pros and cons of becoming a middle leader.We'd love to hear your though…

Join us on the Teach Sleep Repeat podcast as we dive into the toxic ways schools use observations, book looks, and display policies to control and intimidate teachers. We'll share shocking stories sent in by listeners and discuss the negative impact these practices have on educators' mental health …

Are you an experienced teacher thinking of doing online tutoring? Come and join our team! https://forms.gle/EYg5npWk8bVGZo177This week, we discuss the 23 point list that the teacher workload reduction taskforce suggested and that has not been written into the STPCD.Some of the things on this list…

This week, we discuss YOUR controversial teacher opinions!Blaming parents, keeping SATs, ditching languages?!?We read out your submissions and give say what we think on hot talking points in teaching.We even have a disagreement!Get in touch and let us know what you think. You can fi…

The summer holidays are about to end & that means one thing....The new school year is upon us!In this episode, we dive into how to start off September with a bang & hit the ground running.We talk about pretty much everything in this ultimate guide to going back to school:Setting up …