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The HMC Podcast

Conversations offering insights and inspiration on topical educational issues from all around the world.

Panel discussion on inclusion and belonging at a conference, with four speakers seated in front of a presentation screen.

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Belonging as a Leadership Practice

By Yasmina Koné

Hemisphere Education Deputy Lead

A woman and a teenage girl sitting on the floor in a living room, looking at a laptop together. The woman holds a white mug while the girl types, and they appear engaged in what’s on the screen. A dark sofa, bookshelves, and a large window are visible in the background

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How AI is transforming independent school admissions

By Jane Wilson

Director of External Affairs, George Watson’s College

Podcast

Episode 16

CONFERENCE SPECIAL: Mark Orchison from 9ine

Book cover of “Reforming Lessons: Why English Schools Have Improved Since 2010 and How This Was Achieved” by Nick Gibb and Robert Peal. The cover shows two young boys in red school uniforms smiling and reading a book together at a classroom table. A quote at the bottom from Doug Lemov reads, “Perhaps the most important story in the education sector over the last two decades.” Published by Routledge.

Blog

Some thoughts on reforming lessons

By Dr Simon Hyde

Chief Executive, HMC

A group of four teenage girls sit at home and play a game of cards.

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Play your cards right – the value of strategic...

By Mark O'Brien

Public Affairs Specialist, HMC

Philip Britton in a blue suit and patterned yellow tie speaks at a podium with microphones, gesturing with open hands, during the HMC Autumn Conference 2025 Opening Address

News — 3 October 2025

Chair’s Opening Address by Dr Philip Britton MBE, Chair...

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Breaking chains, Forging Links, South Africa, September 2025

By Dr Simon Hyde

Chief Executive, HMC

Blog

‘European’ ‘Day’ of Languages – doing things differently

By Amy Lennon

Y5 Form tutor and MFL, RS, PSHE Lead at Colfe’s Junior School

Two secondary school students standing in front of a colorful bulletin board with world languages posters. One holds a certificate, the other a medal, both smiling and posing playfully for the camera.

Blog

Languages for a connected future: Building bridges at Freemen’s

By Dr Alicia Palomo López

Head of Languages at City of London, Freemen’s School

A man wearing a navy suit and exhibitor badge speaks with a woman at a trade show booth for Vectare, a school transport service. Behind him is a branded display with the slogan “Safe. Smooth. Smart.” and promotional materials on the table.

Podcast

Episode 15

CONFERENCE SPECIAL: Meet Dominic Kalantary from Vectare

Judith Selves and Abbie Dean today discussing Wollow

Blog

French, Swahili, Minionese – and a dragon

By Judith Selves

Head of languages, culture and linguistics at Windlesham House School

A woman dressed in a safari-style beige costume with a belt and crossbody bag is performing on stage. Behind her is a large illustrated backdrop of Spain and Portugal labeled “Búsqueda del Tesoro” (Treasure Hunt), decorated with symbols like mountains, a windmill, and footprints. Stage equipment, speakers, and banners for “Joy 4 Kids” are visible around the set.

Blog

Languages for a connected future: Celebrating voices, building bridges

By Alexandra Cazorla Torres

Head of MFL, Bede’s Prep

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