That'll Teach You

From Creative Writing to Historical Fiction with Sarah Webb

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Award-winning author Sarah Webb joins us this week, to talk about her process, historical fiction, and visiting schools. Sarah is one of Ireland's best known children's authors, particularly in schools, and we loved the chance to chat to her about her background as both a reader and a writer.

We're heading on our Easter holidays - we'll see you on 15th April!

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Power, Potential, Peril - the 3 Ps of AI with Patrick Hickey

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Forget Donald Trump's rows about AI - what does it mean for teachers and students? As the technology continues to speed past our comprehension, how can we as educators use it to support our students, while also teaching them use to use it responsibly? Patrick Hickey (@aiteachingguru) returns to That'll Teach You to discuss his own experiences with AI over the last year, as well as laying out what the Government has, and, more importantly, has not, provided in terms of guidelines around AI.

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Is Society Failing Our Neurodivergent Children? with Ciara Reilly

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Why are autistic children receiving less support than they would have 20 years ago, despite our vastly improved knowledge of the area? Why are special education teachers not receiving training before they begin working with our most vulnerable children? What can be done to help support our neurodivergent children, their parents and their teachers?

The inimitable Ciara Reilly is back on That'll Teach You this week to answer these questions and more. Ciara shares her own experiences as both a mother and a teacher, and, as always, is not afraid to ask the hard questions and tell some home truths.

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The Power of Verse Novels with Sarah Crossan

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Is it a poem? Is it a novel? Can't it be both? Award-winning author Sarah Crossan is here to talk about writing for young people, writing in verse, and even how verse novels might just be able to provide some of that dopamine hit that social media does, only without all the bad bits! Sarah's verse novels, including Moonrise, One and Toffee, can undoubtedly be a way into reading for young people (and adults) who might struggle to access more traditional literature. Sarah's writing addresses so many important topics facing society, and listening to her talk about her process was definitely a fangirl/boy moment for us both.

Follow Sarah @sarahcrossanwriter and follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast

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Save Our SNAs! with Oneesa and Samantha

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

It's very simple. Schools cannot function without SNAs. As the Government stumbles around the issue of SNA cuts, we are joined by SNAs Oneesa and Samantha to explain what has been happening over the last couple of weeks. We also look at the broader problems - why the role of the SNA needs to be redefined, why SNAs need new contracts and, most importantly, why the lack of respect and understanding around what SNAs do can lead to catastrophic results for all children in our schools, whether or not they receive SNA support.

Please follow Oneesa (@sna_support_and_inspire) and Samantha (@samanthaofl_) to see the important work they are doing.

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Do Schools Do Enough for Teacher Wellbeing? with Greg Joynt

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Are teachers supported by schools in their wellbeing? Does a single yoga class or doughnut day actually help teachers in the long run? What are the positive steps a school can take towards staff wellbeing? Greg Joynt (@gregjoyntyoga) joins Jane and Hugh this week to discuss what can be done to foster wellbeing for all in schools, because, let's face it, if we're not happy, how can we help the children?

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Taking Religion out of Schools with Education Equality Ireland's Anna Hurley

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Does religion still have a place in Irish schools? Should the Catholic sacraments be taught during the school day, or does this isolate those children not involved? Should all children attend their local school? Education Equality Ireland's Anna Hurley joins the podcast this week to discuss all of these questions, and more. Anna explains the origins, achievements and current goals of Education Equality Ireland, as well as where the movement is going.

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Autism & PDA with OT Sorcha Rice

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Occupational Therapist Sorcha Rice (@ot_sorcharice) joins the podcast this week to discuss how OTs can help to support students and teachers in schools. We talk about setting up classrooms and schools for all children, not just the neurotypical. Sorcha also spoke about being an adult with AuDHD and a PDA profile, and spoke about how PDA can manifest in children, and how we can best support them in our schools.

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LGBTQ+ Fiction with Sarah Hagger-Holt

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Is LGBTQ+ society properly represented in children's literature? Do teachers need to be "careful" about introducing LGBTQ+ books in the classroom? Award-winning author Sarah Hagger-Holt joins Jane and Hugh to answer these questions and more.

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Confidence in Music with Ciara O'Connor

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Kids need music! But are schools doing enough to foster a love of, and confidence in, music? We are joined by Ciara O'Connor (@oconnorsmusicschool), founder of Ceol Cliste, who talks about what teachers can do to help their students develop their musical skills and confidence. Whether its violins and tin whistles, or sound bellows and boomwhackers, there are so many ways to bring music into schools.

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Amending Assault Leave with Sophie Cole

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Happy New Year! To kick off 2026, we are rejoined by Sophie Cole (@special_education_muinteoir), for an update on her campaign to amend assault leave. Sophie's story is shocking, heartbreaking, and inspiring all in one.

If you haven't already, make sure to listen to Sophie's first episode last year, Assault in the Classroom.

Please make sure you also follow Sophie and her campaign on social media - she is doing such important work for education professionals, and for the children in their care.

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Episode 100 with Tina, Robbie and Simon

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

It is Episode 100 of That'll Teach You! To celebrate, we are joined by fan favourites Tina (@teacherofdotes) and Robbie (@positiveprimaryprincipal) to look back on the first term of the school year. We also spoke with Simon Lewis (@anseodotnet) of Anseo.net and Mash.ie to catch up on his very different first school term.

Thank you for listening to us - we can't wait to start back on 7th January with Episode 101!

Don't forget to enter our fantastic Christmas giveaway competition - follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast for details!

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Your Christmas Gifts Sorted! with Children's Books Ireland

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

It's Christmas! Everyone in your life needs a book, and we're here to help! We welcome back Dr Becky Long from Children's Books Ireland (@kidsbooksirel) to take us through books for all ages. Becky appears to have read every book ever, so who better to help fill your Christmas stockings. From picture books to JRR Tolkein's Santa letters, Becky has something for everyone.

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Demystifying Dyslexia with Dr Jen O'Sullivan

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Dyslexia is the most common learning difficulty in the world, and yet there are still so many misconceptions around what it is, and how we can support the dyslexic children in our care. Dr Jen O'Sullivan (@readwritejen) joins us today to discuss (and debunk) some of these myths, and to give teachers and parents advice about early intervention and support.

If you enjoyed this episode, why not listen to last week's episode with Dr Treasa Bowe on Morphology?

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Morphology with Dr Treasa Bowe

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Literacy guru Treasa Bowe (@betweenthecoversofagoodbook) returns to That'll Teach You to talk about the the sci-fi-sounding topic of morphology. Why does breaking words into component parts make it easier for children to develop vocabulary and spelling skills? Is there a risk we're over-complicating what our students need to know? As ever, Treasa has the answers.

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Meet the Author: Tarsila Krüse

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Author and illustrator Tarsila Krüse takes us inside her creative process, from drawing books backwards to sketching star signs with her son. If you haven't read and experienced Tarsila's books yet, why not?

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Trina Golden on the SET Guidelines

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Trina Golden, principal and all-round education queen, is back on That'll Teach You to talk Special Education. What changes were made with the updated SET guidelines in 2024? What do school leaders need to do to show that SET is valued in schools? And what can we all do in our day-to-day lives to help support the most vulnerable children in our care?

Follow Trina @fromtinyacorns and make sure to check out her recent webinar on this very topic.

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Playful Learning in the Senior Classes with Gillian Corbally

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT

We talk a lot about play, but how can we bring it into everyday teaching in the senior classes in primary school? Luckily for us, we are rejoined by play expert Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) to discuss exactly that. Gillian talks about the importance of letting children learn in a variety of ways to aid their development, and tackles the tricky question: how do we assess play?

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Returning to the Classroom with Ciara Reilly

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Ciara Reilly is back in the classroom! After several years working in other areas of education, Ciara is back where (we think) she belongs, and we are so excited to have her on the show again to chat about how her first half-term has been. We ask Ciara about the positive and negative changes she has seen since returning to school, we discuss writing and the use of technology, and Hugh discovers a seasonal spider to kick off the show.

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Meet the Author: Sinead Moriarty

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Award-winning author Sinead Moriarty joins the podcast, and we are EXCITED! We discuss the important themes and messages that Sinead's books can bring into the classroom, discover her writing process, and try to coax her into saying what's coming next. If you haven't read Sinead's books, what are you doing? Her children's novels are very accessible while still dealing with meaningful real-life issues.

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Managing Emotions with Dr Ciara Joyce

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Dr Ciara Joyce, clinical psychologist and director of Emotion Skills Ireland joins Hugh and Jane this week to discuss how parents and teachers can support children in experiencing emotions. We talk about the importance of validation as a first step, and the increasing reports of anxiety and depression amongst our students. Jane also relives her favourite screaming bike crash of the term so far.

TTY listeners can avail of a discount code for Emotion Skills Ireland - make sure to check it out.

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Singing with your Class with Riona Sally Hartman

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Scared to sing with your class? Not any more, now that Riona (@rionasally) is here to help! Riona talks about how we can use music to help with so many areas of school, not least Gaeilge. Make sure to check out her new album, Úlla Búlla, as well as all of her wonderful, fun songs that will make your life as a parent or teacher that little bit easier.

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Teaching in an Autism Class with Angela Cummins

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Prepare to be inspired! Angela Cummins (@specialedteacherireland) is on the show this week, and we're excited. Angela is as experienced as it gets when it comes to teaching in an autism class, having begun 27 years ago. We chat to her about her goals at the start of the year and beyond, the challenges faced by teachers and SNAs, and what the school community can do to support our colleagues in autism classes.

This is the first of a number of episodes this season with a focus on neurodiversity in our schools. Make sure to follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast on Instagram and Tiktok to see what's coming next.

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Meet the Author: Paddy Donnelly

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Author and illustrator Paddy Donnelly joins us for the start of an exciting new miniseries - Meet the Author. Paddy's books include The Vanishing Lake, The Golden Hare, For and Son Tailers and Dodos Aren't Extinct. We discuss his schooldays, his route to creating books, and how visiting schools as an author is just the best! If you can't tell, Hugh's class is full of Paddy's books.

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Planning Visual Arts Lessons with Shona Kelly

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Shona Kelly (@mskellys) is back to help you plan your Art lessons for the start of the year and beyond. As always, Shona's advice is practical and easy to implement, and she reminds us once again that you can bring Art into ANYTHING!

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Relationship-Building with Karen Riordan

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Creative psychotherapist, play therapist and teacher Karen Riordan (@primarylinks) joins Jane and Hugh this week to continue our discussion on how best we can build relationships in our classrooms. We highlight the importance of caring for both our own mental health, and our students', to create the best possible environment for safety, play and learning.

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Building Relationships with Lorraine

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 GMT

It's the first week of school, and who better to help us kick off Season 3 than Lorraine (@all_things_primary)? As ever, Lorraine gives practical, sensible advice on how we can build relationships with our new students, starting on the first day (or even beforehand) and continuing throughout the year.

Hugh veers wildly between excitement and terror at the prospect of his first Junior Infants class, while Jane is full of plans for another great year in 6th Class.

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Welcome to Season 3!

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 05:00:00 GMT

We are back! Jane and Hugh are all set for an exciting new season of That'll Teach You, so we hope you are too. This season will bring you interviews with authors, a mini-series on neurodiversity, and a whole host of new and returning guests.

We are have a new sponsor - Mash.ie - the best place for Irish teachers to go to buy and sell resources.

Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @thatllteachyoupodcast

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It's Summer! with Peace Chukwurah

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

It's holiday time! For our final episode of Season 2, we are rejoined by Peace (@muinteoirchukwurah), who tells us all about her first year as a qualified teacher. We chat about maintaining a good work-life balance, bond over our lilac clothes, and consider a world where Hugh takes over our social media.

Have a wonderful summer - we will see you in August for Season 3!

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The Big Transition with Tina

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Imagine starting Junior Infants for the the first time. Imagine moving from 6th class to secondary school. These might be the two biggest transitions in our educational lives, and we are joined by fan favourite Tina (@teacherofdotes) to discuss these, and indeed all the transitions teachers and students face. Whether it's moving class or simply moving from one lesson to another, transitions are a big part of everyone's day in school. We also have a That'll Teach You exclusive, where Hugh reveals a pretty big transition of his own.

Come back next week for our last episode of Season 2 with Peace Chukwurah (@muinteoirchukwurah) before we break for the holidays.

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Interview Tips with Maria

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

It's interview time! Every summer, how many of us get nervous about upcoming interviews? Whether you're an NQT looking for your first job, applying for CID, or an experienced teacher going for a leadership role, this is the podcast episode to listen to. Maria from Teacher Interview Consultancy (@teacherinterviewireland) joins us to share her expertise on how to boost your chances of performing well in an interview.

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Becoming an SNA with Magdalena

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:43:56 GMT

We are joined this week by Magdalena Landziak (@sna_zone) who tells us about her journey from German teacher in Poland to SNA in Ireland. She talks about interviewing for the role, and what schools are looking for in their SNAs. She also tells us about setting up Amygdala, and gives us an exclusive on a possible upcoming podcast!

Go back and listen to our SNAs episode with Linda (@lindaosull88) and Oneesa (@sna_support_and_inspire)

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Barretstown Mountain Challenge!

Wed, 28 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

We walked a marathon! Last weekend, Jane and Hugh took part in the Dublin Mountain Challenge in aid of Barretstown, hiking 42km through the Dublin mountains and ending up very tired and sore. Along the way, they found some willing fellow hikers to recount some memories from their schooldays.

We'll be back next week with a regular episode.

In the meantime, you can still support Barretstown by donating at https://barretstown.enthuse.com/pf/hugh-o-connor

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Teaching in South Korea with Sarah & Eddie

Wed, 21 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Our Teaching Abroad series resumes as we take a look at life as a teacher in South Korea. We are joined by Eddie and Sarah (@happystudentshappyteacher) who fill us in on their experiences teaching English in South Korea. We learn about the kindness of the Korean people, hearing mysterious voices from your apartment ceiling and, above all, who not to tackle in the Korean GAA clubs.

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Teaching Music with Jay Wilson

Wed, 14 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

We are joined by our colleague, friend, and all-around musical maestro Jay Wilson (@jaywilsonmusic) to learn more about being teaching individual music lessons. We have no doubt that Jay's curiosity and enthusiasm will win you over just as much as it did us. Also, Sting sang backing vocals for Jay in Australia (sort of).

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AI with Patrick Hickey

Wed, 07 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Is AI a force for good or a threat to us all? Could it be both? Patrick Hickey (@aiteachingguru) joins the podcast to share his expertise and experience with AI in education. It's been the biggest talking point in tech for the last few years, and school, students and teachers are not immune. What do we need to know to make AI our ally, rather than our enemy? How do we enable our students to use it to enhance their learning, rather than bypassing it? We ask Patrick all of these questions, and more.

Support us as we hike the Dublin Mountain Challenge for Barretstown on 25th May!

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Careers Beyond Teaching with Mrs Mactivity

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

The wonderful Mrs Mactivity (aka Heather and @mrsmactivity) tells her fascinating story on this week's episode. From class teacher to the senior team at Twinkl, all the way to setting up her own educational business that provides teachers and educators with so many invaluable resources, Heather gives us a look at opportunities in education that exist beyond the classroom.

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Happy Easter with Will Sebag-Montefiore

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Actor, comedian, and Hugh's other podcast co-host Will Sebag-Montefiore (yes, that's his real name - he's @wsebag on Instagram) joins Jane and Hugh to wish you all a Happy Easter, and to discuss Jane's trip to Australia. We're off next week, but see you on 30th April for the final few months of Season 2!

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Work-Life Balance with Cormac O'Donoghue

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Have you got a good work-life balance? We were faced with that question during our chat with Cormac (@mr.odonoghue), who joined the podcast to discuss how we can look after ourselves while continuing to deliver the teaching and learning that our students deserve. Recorded during the January snow, we reminisce about our snowball fights of yesteryear (again).

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Teaching in China with Katie (Twinkle Kids)

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

We continue our international series as Katie (@twinklekidsireland) joins us to tell us about her experience in education in China, teaching English to all ages. Katie takes us into a culture that so many of us know so little about, and how the Chinese schools she taught in might differ from those in Ireland. We spend some time discussing behaviour management and lesson planning, and a good bit more discussing jigsaws, tummy time and charity shops.

Make sure to check out Katie's amazing business at Twinkle Kids.

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Teaching in Sydney with Hayley

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

We're Down Under this week as Hayley (@theteacherstudent) joins the podcast to tell us all about teaching in Sydney. We talk behaviour management and planning, discuss the pros and cons of subbing full-time, and learn that a water fountain is called a bubbla.

Go back and listen to our episode with Jane O'Reilly on teaching in Melbourne, and keep an eye out for next week's episode about teaching in China!

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The Science of Reading with Dee

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

But...what is the science of reading? We asked Dee (@playful_classroom) to return to the show to talk us through how the pedagogy around reading has evolved over the years, and how important it is to keep up to date with what's going on in the world of literacy. Dee insists that other podcasts exist too, but we're not buying it.

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I nGrá le Gaeilge with Cian Ó Gríofa (Cian Griffin)

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

It's Seachtain na Gaeilge! Grá ar an Trá star Cian Ó Gríofa (@gaylgeoiri) joins Jane and Hugh to talk about his love for Gaeilge, his podcast First Things First (Season 2 coming soon) and Ireland's newest Irish-language dating show. We also discuss some of the problems with how Gaeilge is experienced in school, and what we should be trying to do to foster a love of the language in younger learners.

Make sure to follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast on Instagram and Tiktok!

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Positive Psychology with Fiona Forman

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Wellbeing expert Fiona Forman (@fionaformanwellbeing) joins the podcast this week to talk us through positive psychology - what it is, how it can help us in our own lives, and how we can bring it into our classrooms. From easy first steps to avoiding pitfalls, Fiona provides ready-to-use guidance for anyone working with children.

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Uniforms with Trina Golden

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Uniforms! Do we love them, do we hate them? Principal Trina Golden (@_fromtinyacorns_) rejoins the podcast this week to discuss the ever-debatable topic of what our children should wear in school. From scratchy jumpers to the pressures of keeping up with the latest fashion, we question what our end goal really is.

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Mid-Term Fortune Cookies!

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Jane attacks Hugh, Hugh rediscovers his love for the German language, and we place the future of That'll Teach You in the crunchy hands of some delicious fortune cookies. Happy mid-term!

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Trauma-Informed Teaching with Claire

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Claire (@the.connectedclassroom) joins the show this week to chat about trauma-informed practice and how we can build a more inclusive classroom. Also, Jane makes a terrible mistake while trying to boast about her crocs.

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Books! Books! Books! with Children's Books Ireland (Part 2)

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:00:00 GMT

We return for the second half of our epic chat with Becky Long from Children's Books Ireland (@kidsbooksirel), during which we draft books for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class. Along the way, we get diverted into many more conversations about why children's literature is, quite simply, the best. Make sure to go back and listen to Part 1 to hear more about Children's Books Ireland and the books we recommended for Junior Infants up to 2nd class.

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Books! Books! Books! with Children's Books Ireland (Part 1)

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Becky from Children's Books Ireland (@kidsbooksirel) joins Jane and Hugh to dive into the wonderful world of children's books. We set out to pick a book for every age level, but only made it halfway through - make sure to come back for Part 2 next week. Becky also explains the amazing work done by Children's Books Ireland to help enable every child to have what they need to become a reader.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion with Baisat Alawiye

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:00:00 GMT

EDI advocate and primary school teacher Baisat Alawiye (@minorityteachersireland) joins the show this week to talk about her experience as a member of an ethnic and religious minority in the Irish education system and teacher training college. Also, we recorded this on the night of the U.S. election, so no spoilers...

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Assault in the Classroom with Sophie Cole

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Heartbreaking and inspiring, devastating and rewarding, this week's conversation is with Sophie Cole (@special_education_muinteoir), who tells us her story of suffering a career-ending assault in the classroom. Sophie's courage, good humour and downright loveliness are all on show as she explains the physical pain, emotional trauma, and administrative and bureaucratic nightmares that fill her life since that fateful day. This is a very special episode with a very special person.

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School Placement with Rebecca Morrissey

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 06:00:24 GMT

Placement tutor and Teacher Fellow Rebecca Morrissey (@rebeccamorrisseyedu) joins the podcast this week to take us through the highs and lows of school placement. Whether you're a student teacher or simply enjoy listening to our horror stories from our own days in teacher training, you'll love hearing Rebecca's calm and measured advice for us all.

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End of Term with Robbie

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:00:17 GMT

Principal Robbie O'Connell (@positiveprimaryprincipal) returns to the podcast to wrap up the Christmas term. Robbie talks about the highlights and challenges his school has faced this year, which leads us into a discussion about managing bereavement in the school community. We all need a good rest, so we will be back in two weeks. Happy Christmas!

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Multigrade Teaching with Áine

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 06:00:30 GMT

So many of you have asked for this topic - it's time to talk multigrade. What's it like teaching two, three, four age groups in one classroom? Jane and Hugh don't know, so they're joined by Áine (@mrsdancingteacher) who gives her insight into the wonderful world of multigrade teaching. In other news, Hugh finally manages to convince someone that he's cool.

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LGBTQ+ Education with Mister Múinteoir (Adam)

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 06:00:17 GMT

Adam (mister_muinteoir_) joins That'll Teach You to chat about how we can "usualise" LGBTQ+ education and issues in our classrooms today. Adam talks about his own experience as a teacher who identifies as LGBTQ+, as well as the importance of recognising and respecting all of those in our society. Hugh confesses to some potential Instagram unfollowing, and Jane breaks the news that she sold her van!

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Avoiding Burnout with Charlie Burley

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:00:34 GMT

Wellbeing coach and author Charlie Burley (@the.teachers.health.coach) joins Jane and Hugh to give some tips on avoiding teacher burnout. Charlie takes us into the struggles he faced as a teacher that led him to his current career, where he helps teachers to live healthier, happier lives. From the old favourites of sleep, exercise and diet, to Charlie's mental health menu, he gives us simple and useful advice to help us be the best teachers we can be.

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Informational Texts with Clara Fiorentini

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:00:30 GMT

Literacy expert Clara Fiorentini (@claramariafiorentini) joins us from Marino to discuss how we should be using informational texts in our classroom. Rather than a genre to spend a week or two on, Clara explains how informational texts can and should be an important element of our teaching throughout the year.

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Bullying with Dr Joanna Fortune: Part 2

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:00:28 GMT

Dr Joanna Fortune (psychotherapist and author) returns for the second part of our discussion around bullying and how to deal with it in your classroom. What role do guilt and shame play for children involved in bullying behaviour? What are we asking from children when we talk about resilience? Jane and Hugh ask Joanna your questions.

Make sure to go back and listen to Part 1 from last week!

Follow Joanna @drjoannafortune on Instagram, and be sure to read her in the Irish Examiner and listen to her on Newstalk.

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Bullying with Dr Joanna Fortune: Part 1

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 06:00:03 GMT

Psychotherapist and author Dr Joanna Fortune joins the podcast this week for the first of two episodes about bullying. What constitutes bullying and how can we deal with it when it rears its head in school? Why is collaboration between school and home important? Jane and Hugh ask your questions.

Part 2 next week!

Follow Joanna @drjoannafortune on Instagram, and be sure to read her in the Irish Examiner and listen to her on Newstalk.

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Happy Hallowe'en!

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:59:01 GMT

Happy Hallowe'en! We are on our mid-term break, so we just drop by to say hello and tease some of our upcoming episodes. Also, Jane apologises for terrorising children. We'll see you next week!

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SNAs with Linda and Oneesa

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 05:00:15 GMT

Jane & Hugh are joined this week by two wonderful Special Needs Assistants to discuss life as an SNA, in both primary and secondary schools. Linda (@lindaosull88) and Oneesa (@sna_support_and_inspire) discuss the highs and lows that the job may bring, and explain what it is that they do to support students, teachers and parents. Please take a moment to appreciate your SNA today!

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Play in the new Primary Curriculum Framework with Lorraine

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 05:00:33 GMT

It's Episode 50! Lorraine (@all_things_primary) joins us once again to bring her expertise in play to all of our listeners. What does the new Primary Curriculum Framework mean for how we use play in our classrooms? How does it relate to Aistear? What should we be doing in the senior classes? Lorraine answers these questions and more with her usual wisdom and friendliness.

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Budget Reaction with Trina Golden

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 05:00:48 GMT

Budget 2025 has disappointed many in the education sector; in an election year, do politicians not see it as a central issue? Principal Trina Golden returns to the podcast to outline some of the areas that the Budget failed to address - we talk capitation, teacher shortages and, of course, €9 million worth of mobile phone pouches.

Also, check out former guest @ciarareillylecturer in last week's Irish Examiner to read her thoughts on the impact of the Budget on parents of disabled children.

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Digital Safety with Ciara Reilly

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 05:00:09 GMT

Marino lecturer Ciara Reilly (@ciarareillylecturer) returns to That'll Teach You for a no-holds-barred discussion about how we can help our children stay safe online. We chat about the difficulty with phone bans in schools, helpful resources for teachers and parents, and taking a positive approach to children's digital citizenship in an increasingly digital world.

You can find some of the resources Ciara mentioned on the show here:

https://www.webwise.ie/

https://www.cybersafekids.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/CSK_Data-Trends-Report-2023-Web-Version-Final.pdf

https://www.commonsense.org/education/digital-citizenship

https://www.childnet.com/resources/teachers-and-professionals

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Droichead with Peace & Kyna

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 05:00:28 GMT

NQT Peace Chukwurah (@muinteoirchukwurah) returns to the podcast along with Professional Support Team member Kyna (@classroom.adventures) to discuss the Droichead process. Is it similar to teaching practice? How can you maintain a work-life balance in your first (and indeed every) year of teaching? Peace asks the questions and Kyna gives the answers, while Hugh and Jane chip in with their own...wisdom?

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Outdoor Education with Stephen Hannon

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 05:00:50 GMT

Open the doors of your classroom and head into nature - Stephen Hannon, expert in Outdoor Education from the Atlantic Technological University joins Jane and Hugh this week to discuss how teachers can maximise the outdoors in their teaching. As always, it's all about taking baby steps and learning alongside the children.

You can find more information on Outdoor Journeys at https://www.outdoorjourneys.co.uk/

Learn more about the courses Stephen mentions at www.gmit.ie

Stephen's Journal in Outdoor Education can be found at https://lasmuigh.com

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Assessing Writing with Jen O'Sullivan

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 05:00:56 GMT

Literacy lecturer Jen O'Sullivan (@readwritejen) returns to the podcast to tackle the problem of how to assess children's writing. We talk sentences, paragraphs and stories, and drop names like Hemingway and Joyce - ultimately, are the children learning what we're teaching them?

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Finding Fun in Gaeilge with Aislinn

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 05:00:28 GMT

Gaeilge star Aislinn (ismuinteoirme) joins Jane and Hugh to help them start the year teaching Gaeilge with a bang. Whether it's coming up with creative names for exotic animals or simply making up their own words, promoting that positive attitude among our students is crucial to enjoying a year of spraoi leis an teanga.

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Approaching the New School Year with Tina

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:00:02 GMT

We're back to school with Tina (@teacherofdotes), Infants teacher extraordinaire, who returns to the podcast with her own brand of infectious enthusiasm and practical wisdom. Jane takes a vow of silence (or at least slightly less loudness) for the year, while Hugh admits to imprisoning a child in a small space.

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Back to School - Year 2 of That'll Teach You!

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 05:00:37 GMT

We are back! Rested and ready for a new school year, Jane and Hugh catch up on their summers and discuss what they're looking forward to in the new term. Jane has big plans for Gaeilge, and Hugh isn't good at keeping upcoming guests secret.

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End of Year/Interview Tips

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:00:29 GMT

We're on our holidays! Before taking a break for the summer, Hugh and Jane wrap up the school year. They also give some quick tips for anyone getting stuck into Interview and Standard Application Form season - you will be fine!

We will see you for another wonderful year in August.

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Junior Infants - End of Year with...Everyone!

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:00:22 GMT

In this extra-special episode, we are joined by a host of Junior Infants teachers to discuss the final days of that most important year of school life, Junior Infants. From keeping routines to arranging Splash Day, from learning through colour to making sure they know you're their favourite ever teacher, we celebrate the end of the year for our schools' youngest members.

Featuring: Tina (@teacherofdotes), Dee (@playful_classroom), Claire (@seedsofeducation), Lorraine (@all_things_primary), and Rachel Kenny (@ Hugh and Jane's school)

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Graduation with Treasa and Gillian

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 05:00:10 GMT

6th class teachers Treasa Bowe (@betweenthecoversofagoodbook) and Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) come back on the podcast to discuss the end of primary school. What can we do as teachers to make those final weeks and days special for our departing students, and how do we approach their graduation?

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Creative Mindfulness with Bernie

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 05:00:04 GMT

Creative Mindfulness Practitioner Bernie Woods (@the_meaningful_muinteoir) joins the podcast to chat about different ways of bringing mindfulness into the classroom, both as an end of term practice and throughout the year.

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Literature as Gaeilge with Julie Anne

Wed, 29 May 2024 05:00:22 GMT

Julie Anne De Brún joins the podcast this week to explore how we can bring more literature into our Gaeilge lessons. Whether it's the older classes writing stories with the younger children, or finding out weird and wonderful rhymes in poetry, there are so many ways in which we can expand our literature horizons and still keep lessons fun!

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Hatching Chicks with Jean Whiteford

Wed, 22 May 2024 05:00:49 GMT

Ever wondered if you could hatch chicks in your classroom? Wonder no more - Jean Whiteford takes us through the whole process, from buying incubators on Adverts.ie to becoming the most popular teacher in the school. City boy Hugh struggles to keep up as we discuss everything from fertilising eggs to the Ploughing Championships.

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Trailblazing with Peace Chukwurah

Wed, 15 May 2024 05:00:33 GMT

Peace Chukwurah (@muinteoirchukwurah) joins That'll Teach You mere hours after completing her final ever teaching practice! We talk about placement, college, and diversity in Irish education.

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Literacy with Treasa Bowe

Wed, 08 May 2024 05:00:33 GMT

Treasa Bowe (@betweenthecoversofagoodbook) is back this week to focus on literacy, with an emphasis on how to get children writing with fluency and confidence.

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Teaching in L.A. with Treasa Bowe

Wed, 01 May 2024 05:00:18 GMT

The wonderful Treasa Bowe (@betweenthecoversofagoodbook) joins Jane and Hugh in the first of her two-part appearance on That'll Teach You. Treasa takes us through her time teaching in Los Angeles, what she discovered there to inform her teaching, and how she managed through different types of lockdown. We also nerd out on her bookcases.

Join us again next week when Treasa takes a deep dive into Literacy!

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Exploring Resources in Maths with Alan Grace

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:00:18 GMT

Let's talk maths! Alan Grace (@thefoureyedteacher) joins the podcast to educate Hugh and Jane about the wide world of maths resources. From lollipop sticks to Numicon, we look at ways to enthuse and engage our students in maths lessons.

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Educate Together with Trina Golden

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:00:10 GMT

Principal Trina Golden (@_fromtinyacorns_) is this week's guest to answer all our questions about Educate Together. In 2020, Trina set up a new school with 9 students, and enlightens Hugh and Jane about the challenges and privileges of managing a developing school.

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Love in the Classroom with Lorraine

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:00:02 GMT

We love our students, but how can we show them? Lorraine (@all_things_primary) joins Jane and Hugh to give her take on the controversial issue of love in the classroom. Should teachers hug their students? Could avoiding hugs cause more damage?

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Easter Holidays/Look-Ahead to Summer!

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 06:00:25 GMT

Jane and Hugh catch their breath as the Easter holidays begin, reflecting on the year since Christmas, and looking ahead to what's to come in the summer term. They dish out their usual blend of congratulations and advice, whether you're an established teacher or a student heading into placement. Hugh also exposes Jane's lack of knowledge of how calendars work.

We're taking next week off - see you on 10th April!

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Play in the Middle and Senior Classes

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 06:00:41 GMT

Jane and Hugh are joined by Katie-Jayne (kj_teaches) to explore how to bring play to the top half of the school. Does play have to be sandpits and role play areas, or is there so much more? Also, Hugh and Jane practise their snorts live on air.

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Teaching in Australia with Jane O'Reilly

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 06:39:12 GMT

For the first time, That'll Teach You takes a look at life as a teacher elsewhere. Jane O'Reilly joins Jane and Hugh to discuss her move to teaching in Australia, and all of the highs and lows that came with it. Paperwork, discipline and the many uses of sunscreen are all up for discussion as we look at what teaching is like Down Under.

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Seachtain na Gaeilge with Mollie

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:00:23 GMT

Gaeilge teacher and influencer Mollie (@irishwithmollie) returns to That'll Teach You to help us prepare for Seachtain na Gaeilge (only the Irish could invent a week that's 17 days long). Jane and Hugh are fresh off a serious snowball fight with about a hundred small children, but manage to settle down in time to discuss activities and approaches to use in the classroom to help promote Gaeilge during Seachtain na Gaeilge.

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Debating with Gillian

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 06:00:42 GMT

Gillian (@the_glitter_and_coffee_teacher) joins Jane and Hugh this week to talk about debating. From building the child's confidence to developing research skills, we discuss all sorts of ways to use public speaking and debating in the classroom. We also give advice on what to do if you see a tractor through your classroom window.

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Promoting Positivity as a Principal

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 06:00:27 GMT

We're back! In our first episode of 2024, we are joined by Robbie (@positiveprimaryprincipal) to discuss a principal's expectations of staff and parents, how to build positive relationships, and the role of a principal in behaviour management. Jane and Hugh also treat Robbie as their personal agony aunt, but what's new?

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End of Term with Rachel and Madeline

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 06:00:41 GMT

It's (nearly) holiday time! Rachel Kenny and Madeline Files return to the podcast to wrap up our first term. We talk through our highlights of the year, acknowledge some of the lowlights as well, and generally get ready to power down for the holidays. This is our last episode of 2023 - we will be back on 10th January 2024 ready to go again!

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Christmas with Tina!

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 06:00:52 GMT

Infants teacher and playful pedagogy guru Tina (@teacherofdotes) rejoins Jane and Hugh to chat about Christmas in the classroom. We talk about how best to approach the season with sensitivity towards all children, and discuss activities that you can try to help promote the best side of this time of year. Jane also takes Tina through a traumatic event in Hugh's week.

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Life as a Principal with Stephen Earley

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 06:00:06 GMT

Principal Stephen Earley (@primaryschoolonline.ie) joins That'll Teach You to share his experiences of leading a school at a young age. Stephen talks about always having an ambition for leadership, what he looks for when recruiting teachers, and acknowledges a need to brush up on his counting in Irish.

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Music in the Classroom with Madeline Files

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:00:09 GMT

Teacher and musician Madeline Files joins Jane and Hugh to chat about how we can (and why we should) bring music into the classroom. Hugh accuses Madeline's fiancé of theft, Jane explains her operatic approach to classroom managements, and Paul McCartney makes a surprise appearance.

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CPD with Dee!

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 06:00:01 GMT

Dee (@playful_classroom) joins Jane and Hugh to discuss how best to approach Continuing Professional Development (CPD). We may view it primarily as a way of getting some precious days off during the year, but it can be so much more! We learn about the best tin whistle courses, try to prevent Dee from plugging rival podcasts, and admit to some CPD misdeeds in our pasts.

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Maths with Shannon Ahern

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT

Jane and Hugh are joined by Shannon Ahern (@craic_matamaitic) to discuss how we can encourage a positive attitude towards maths in the classroom.

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Parent-Teacher Meetings with Rachel Kenny

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 06:00:07 GMT

Infants expert Rachel Kenny rejoins the show to help Jane and Hugh discuss parent-teacher meetings at all class levels. Whether it's time management or chocolate management, we take you through preparation, questions, and all the unusual events that can occur during parent-teacher meetings. Rachel also updates us on life in Junior Infants, two months in.

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Mid-Term Check-in

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 06:00:22 GMT

Happy mid-term break! (In Ireland, anyway.) Jane and Hugh reflect on their highlights from the first half term of the school year, and look ahead to the run-up to Christmas. Hugh brings tiramisu into the classroom (in a way), while Jane acknowledges that her students know her very well, even in their misspellings.

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Yard Duty

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 05:00:55 GMT

Is yard duty all about skinned knees and children arguing, or is it a vital part of the teaching day? Jane and Hugh discuss the highs and lows of supervising the children in the playground, from catastrophic injuries to listening to the kids snitching on each other. Don't forget your coat, because Hugh won't let you go inside to get it.

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Play - Behaviour Management with Aimee Flynn

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:00:01 GMT

We continue our series on Play with Aimee Flynn (@aistearinaction), infants expert and creator of amazing classroom experiences! Aimee takes us through how we can set up our classrooms for play in a way that will promote positive behaviour and maximise the learning experience for our students. Jane also clarifies some questions about her guest list for her wedding.

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Play with Tina

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:00:53 GMT

Jane and Hugh are joined by infants expert Tina (@teacherofdotes) to tackle the world of play. Tina educates us on the intersection of play and Aistear, how we can incorporate play into all areas of all class levels, and the difference between a sheep and a ram. Jane surprises no one by admitting to occasionally turning into a blubbering mess.

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NQT Tips with Lora

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 05:00:29 GMT

Jane and Hugh are joined by Lora (@misslorakate) to discuss the highs, the lows and the middles of your NQT year (Newly Qualified Teacher). Whether it's Hugh making children learn hundred of digits of pi, or just not stressing out about plans, we do our best to make everyone's life a little easier.

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Digital Learning with Ciara Reilly

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 05:00:17 GMT

Ciara Reilly (@ciarareillylecturer) joins Jane and Hugh to discuss digital learning and ICT in today's primary schools. We talk research skills, classroom apps, phone safety and much more. Ciara also advocates the silent stare of discipline and recommends some tearjerker podcasts.

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Birthdays in the Classroom!

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 05:00:45 GMT

It's Hugh's birthday! Or at least, it was. Jane is far more excited than Hugh, but together they recount what his 6th class students did to make his birthday special. They go on to talk about how birthdays are usually a big deal for children, but also note some of the issues that can arise around celebrating your birthday in school.

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Irish with Mollie

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 05:00:13 GMT

Gaeilge teacher Mollie (@irishwithmollie) joins Jane and Hugh to discuss how we can help foster a positive attitude towards Irish in the classroom. Whether it's grammar games, conversation starters, or challenging Hugh to a seanfhocal (proverb) competition, Mollie is full of suggestions for engaging and enthusing children and finding the fun in Gaeilge. Tá súil againn go mbainfidh sibh a lán taitneamh as an eagrán seo!

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Read-Alouds with Jen O'Sullivan

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 05:00:30 GMT

Literacy Lecturer Jen O'Sullivan (@readwritejen) joins Jane and Hugh to discuss read-alouds in the classroom. Should we read to the children, or have the children read to us? How do you choose a book to start with your class? Also, Hugh confesses to grand theft from the Dublin library system, and Jane returns to her student self.

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Back to School - Wellbeing

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 05:00:34 GMT

Jane and Hugh talk wellbeing and self-care with Holly (@wellbeing_educator). From looking after yourself at home to finding ways to connect with students, a new school year brings a lot of challenges. Hugh also tells listeners about a recent baking accident.

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Back to School - Art with Ms Kelly

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:00:22 GMT

The truly inspirational Shóna Kelly (@mskellys on Instagram) brings her creativity and wisdom to the podcast, and talks us through how Art can be used in every lesson we teach. Hugh tries to get over his "I'm bad at Art" mindset, and Jane fights off the tears as she reminisces about a special Art lesson.

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First Day in Junior Infants

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 05:00:23 GMT

Junior Infants teacher Rachel Kenny joins Jane and Hugh to explain the wonderful world of infant/KG teaching. It's the first day of school...ever! Whether making bracelets or drawing questionable portraits of Jane, Junior Infants never fail to make us smile (and Rachel blush).

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First Day of School

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 05:00:18 GMT

Jane and Hugh put on their uniforms, pack their lunchboxes, and take you through the first day of the school year.

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Back to School - Classroom Management

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 05:00:19 GMT

What is Classroom Management? Luckily, one of our podcast hosts knows. Jane talks the listeners (and Hugh) through routines, timetables, group work, and more.

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Back to School - Preparing Your Classroom

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:00:01 GMT

The countdown is on! As the first day of school approaches, Jane and Hugh discuss what you can do to set up your classroom for a new year of teaching.

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Welcome to...That'll Teach You

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:02 GMT

In the first episode of That'll Teach You, primary school teachers Jane Costigan and Hugh O'Connor chat about the end of their summer holidays and introduce their new podcast, a light-hearted look at life in the classroom.

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