The Kingston Grammar School Podcast Shannon Vandermark and Applied Reality

Prepare to be captivated as KGS alumna, Jo Blackshaw regales us with a detailed account of her rowing journey across the Atlantic and explains how a co-educational environment can promote equality both during school years and in the years that follow.

In the second episode of this two-part series, we hear from four inspirational KGS students who are tackling the bold topics of equality, diversity and inclusion head-on, helping their peers to find and use their voices.  

In this two-part series, we focus on the importance of EDI (equality, diversity and inclusion) within Kingston Grammar School and its significance beyond school walls. Headmaster Stephen Lehec kicks off this series by sitting down with Sarah Humphrey, Deputy Head Pastoral and Casey Beckford, Race Equality Ambassador.

In a roundtable discussion with Headmaster Stephen Lehec, Head of Drama Richard Gee and Actor in Residence Stephen Kennedy, this episode shines a spotlight on the renowned Drama and Theatre Department at KGS, which offers a wealth of opportunities for students of all ages and interests.

In our final episode in the Sport at KGS Series, we catch up with hockey professional Zach Wallace.  Since leaving KGS, Zach has gone on to represent England at the World Cup and two European Championships and to represent GB in the Pro League and Olympic Games with 63 caps and nine goals to his name so far. But his career is far from over, and Zach talks about the many, many aspirations that lie ahead of him.

Part of the GB Elite Development hockey program, Millie currently represents England and GB at an Under 21 Level whilst studying Civil Engineering at the University of Birmingham.  Millie tells us all about her hockey career since leaving KGS, the sacrifices required for success and the joy that follows the hard work.