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Education Reimagined: Behind-The-Scenes At Holywood Steiner Private School | Peter Chambers

05 Feb 2024

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Peter Chambers is the Headteacher at Holywood Steiner School, an alternative to mainstream education that’s making a powerful impact on the lives of pupils and teachers alike. In today's episode, we talk about: How the school has doubled in budget, size and staff since 2020 Why most people aren't aware of alternative education in Northern Ireland The power of delaying "sitting at a desk” until 6-years-old Teaching kids how to cook three-course meals, woodworking and a second language Why having smaller class sizes makes a big difference Creating an environment where teachers can actually teach instead of constantly managing poor behaviour Why his pupils call teachers by their first names and don't wear a school uniform His countercultural policies on screens in the classroom And the importance of creating an environment that encourages (and celebrates) failure. Check it out! https://bestofbelfast.org/stories/peter-chambers Website: https://www.holywood-steiner.co.uk/contact

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