Explore every episode of the podcast Teacher Mum
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapter 6: What Type of Student is My Child? | 24 juin 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 learner 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 | |||
| Chapter 5: Mock Week – To Mock or Not to Mock? | 23 juin 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 | |||
| Chapter 4 : Learning to be independent at home | 17 juin 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 | |||
| Chapter 3: Whip or carrot? | 15 juin 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. | |||
| Chapter 2: Making the choice to let him choose | 15 juin 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. | |||
| Chapter 1: The road less travelled | 12 juin 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? | |||