We’re delighted to share this conversation featuring our CEO, Dominic Norrish, on the Head Talks podcast, hosted by IAPS Member Head Simon Gould. In this episode, Simon and Dominic discuss the vital role of early education in shaping a child’s future. Their conversation explores the evolving educational landscape, from the rise of AI to the growing importance of emotional regulation and holistic human development, as well as the challenges parents face when choosing the right school.

Welcome to our new podcast series themed around our Annual Conference, featuring guests who will be presenting keynotes or seminar sessions in Brighton.

This episode focuses on the development and work of the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, who will deliver a Conference seminar session on the afternoon of Thursday 18 September.

IAPS Head of Professional Development, Katherine Bluck, talks to Founder Paul Herman and CEO Lauren Smithie talk about YEA’s inspirational work with Dr Susannah Abbott, Head of Belmont Mill Hill Prep.

In the latest episode of our Journey through Headship series, IAPS Chair Tania Botting talks to Nick Robinson, Head of Prestfelde School and former Head of Prep at West Buckland School. Together, they explore Nick’s unique path from Olympic swimming coach to school leadership, reflecting on the milestones, challenges, and memorable moments as he completes his final term at Prestfelde.

In the latest episode of this focused series, Kate Bevan, new Chair of the IAPS Education Committee and Head of Junior School at Notting Hill and Ealing High School, talks to Graeme McCafferty, Head at Rosemead Preparatory School, and his Academic Deputy Head, Katie Simmons.

Together, they discuss Rosemead’s significant strength of "a highly customised approach to academic progress,” and explore the school’s commitment to ensuring every child makes meaningful progress, both in and out of the classroom.

In this episode Phil Barr, Vice-Chair of the IAPS Sport and Pupil Experience Committee and Head at St John’s Beaumont, explores the role of Esports in prep schools with James Luxford, Esports Co-ordinator at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate, and Elliot Mack, Co-Founder and CEO of Daigon Esports. Together, they discuss how Esports have been introduced at Queen Ethelburga’s, with insights from both a parent and a pupil at the school, highlighting the benefits and valuable skills it can help develop.

In this episode, IAPS Chair Tania Botting speaks with three Heads who are new to IAPS. Ross Wolverson, Head of Junior School at Queen Elizabeth’s School Bristol; Claire Petrie, Head at Kimbolton Prep School; and Simon Lilley, Head of Senior Prep at Hurstpierpoint College outline the career paths which led them into Headship, what they love about their roles, and provide tips for others who are looking to embark on the journey.

In this episode Katherine Bluck, IAPS Head of Professional Development, is joined by three Heads of IAPS girls’ schools; Claire Boyd, Head at Glendower Prep School; Kate Bailey, Headmistress of Godstowe School; and Sarah Raja, Headmistress at Rowan Preparatory School, to discuss the benefits of all girls’ prep schools and their place and importance in society today.

IAPS Consultancy podcasts provide case studies of real issues in member schools where our team of expert consultants have been able to work with the Head to find workable, cost-effective, solutions.

In this episode, Tim Wheeler, Chief Operating Officer of IAPS Consultancy, is joined by Neill Lunnon, Head at Tower House School, and IAPS consultant Ali Chugg to explore the support she provided in developing a coaching culture when Neill joined his new school and wanted to transform the existing functional management style into a thriving leadership team.