Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Teacher Mum
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Type 2 Child Is in Danger of Becoming a Type 3? | 04 Nov 2026 | 00:09:19 | |
When you’re determined to do well, how do you know when you’ve done enough? As my son tackled his first mocks, I’ve reflected on intensive revision, exam-day nerves and the risk of burnout. This episode explores why working hard and looking after yourself shouldn’t have to be competing priorities. To check what type of student your child is, why not take my free quiz? It takes less than five minutes and should be very helpful: https://www.literaturetutor.co.uk/student-type-quiz | |||
| Supporting Children Who Learn Differently | 03 Nov 2026 | 00:09:50 | |
Revision doesn’t have to look the same for everyone. Here we explore ways to make GCSE preparation more manageable, particularly if you’re neurodivergent or find traditional revision difficult. From breaking tasks into smaller steps to managing distractions, this episode is about finding an approach that works for you. To check what type of student your child is, why not take my free quiz? It takes less than five minutes and should be very helpful: https://www.literaturetutor.co.uk/student-type-quiz | |||
| Final Revision before the first mocks | 02 Nov 2026 | 00:07:08 | |
Does revision feel like it’s taking over your child’s free time? In this episode we look at what my son and I have learnt while preparing for his first mocks, from making use of small pockets of time to starting earlier. Explore how to make room for revision without missing out on the breaks, friends and family time you need. To check what type of student your child is, why not take my free quiz? It takes less than five minutes and should be very helpful: https://www.literaturetutor.co.uk/student-type-quiz | |||
| What if the mocks just revealed a real problem? | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:08:41 | |
If mock results have just revealed a hurdle you didn't know was there, here I share practical, honest steps: little and often, where to find past papers, when tutoring or intervention helps, and the braver conversations about whether school is the right fit at all. To check what type of student your child is, why not take my free quiz? It takes less than five minutes and should be very helpful: https://www.literaturetutor.co.uk/student-type-quiz | |||
| Tangent Tantrum, when your calm teen surprises you | 11 Sep 2026 | 00:08:07 | |
This one's about the daily tightrope of being Mum and teacher at once: when to step in, when to back off, and why nagging less can sometimes achieve more. An honest look at the worry we carry as parents, and the small seeds we plant along the way. To check what type of student your child is, why not take my free quiz? It takes less than five minutes and should be very helpful: https://www.literaturetutor.co.uk/student-type-quiz | |||
| What type of student is my child? Six types and how to help each | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:12:26 | |
In this episode, we explore six key types of students and how you can support each of them with a roadmap for success. We break down the most common problems students face, from vocabulary to essay structure and provide practical questions to help them reach their potential. To check what type of student your child is, why not take my free quiz? It takes less than five minutes and should be very helpful: https://www.literaturetutor.co.uk/student-type-quiz | |||
| Mock Week. How to support without micromanaging | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:08:40 | |
Addressing the stress of mock exams. This episode examines the true purpose of mock exams, why they are a vital discipline, and how parents can provide effective support without falling into the trap of micromanagement. For help and resources, visit www.literaturetutor.co.uk | |||
| From nagging to facilitating — building independent study habits | 17 Jun 2026 | 00:07:31 | |
Explore the challenge of cultivating independent study habits at home. Charlie shares her shift from teacher-led control to being a facilitator, helping her son find his own rhythm while navigating the balance of being both a mum and an educator. For help and resources, visit www.literaturetutor.co.uk | |||
| Push or back off? The motivation dilemma | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:07:16 | |
A look at the dilemma of student motivation. Is it better to push, goad, and nag, or to focus on facilitation? This episode questions the modern "reward culture" and seeks the balance between helping a child succeed and letting them take ownership. | |||
| Letting them choose — surviving the GCSE options decision | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:06:52 | |
Exploring the monumental transition into Year 10. This episode tackles the struggle between wanting to steer a child's academic future and the importance of allowing them to make their own choices, while navigating the unique anxiety of being a parent during this period. | |||
| From Teacher to "Teacher Mum" When it's your own child | 12 Jun 2026 | 00:08:18 | |
As a teacher with over 20 years’ experience working with reluctant grumpy teenagers – well not all of them; some of them are motivated and charming human beings – I am now faced with a situation that I thought I was well equipped for. A mum to a GCSE student. I recognise that I have miraculously managed to produce a well-mannered, academically high-achieving, and likeable son, who performs well in school and, at times, acknowledges that I may actually know what I am talking about when it comes to English GCSE. However, I am beginning to appreciate on a whole new level, how hard it is for teenagers and their families to navigate this transition. But how do I use my experience of education to go from being a mum to a teacher mum? | |||