#InspiringSchoolsPodcast

Simon Noakes (Founder/CEO Interactive Schools)
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Simon Noakes presents the #InspiringSchoolsPodcast. On the show, Simon welcomes the world's leading educators to talk about the future of education, marketing communications, leadership, technology and much, much more. Simon is the Founder/CEO of Interactive Schools, a global agency, creating the best websites for the world’s leading schools.

  1. Season 06 Episode 08 Louise Simpson

    FEB 27

    Season 06 Episode 08 Louise Simpson

    In this episode, we talk Louise's journey to leading the BSN, the Market Challenges facing international schools post Brexit & COVID, the importance of character education, and the power of connecting with Alumni stories

    23 min
  2. Season 6 Episode 07 - Duncan Lyon

    FEB 10

    Season 6 Episode 07 - Duncan Lyon

    Duncan Lyon - Head of School at The Allen-Stevenson School. In this episode, we talk about educating boys in today’s social, cultural and educational climate, importance of mentorship, recognition and leadership and the Cornerstones programme.

    29 min
  3. Season 6, Episode 5 ~ Oliver Smith

    11/26/2025

    Season 6, Episode 5 ~ Oliver Smith

    Oliver Smith ~ CEO at AMCIS In this episode we talk about the importance of Membership Associations for schools, the challenges facing the UK independent sector for Marketing, Admissions & Comms professionals, the foundations of authentic stories, as well as human connections

    20 min
  4. Season 6, Episode 4 ~ Bill Kuhn

    11/13/2025

    Season 6, Episode 4 ~ Bill Kuhn

    Bill Kuhn, Head of School at The Birch Wathen Lenox School In this episode, we talk about teaching Antifragility, having Uncomfortable Conversations, enabling meaningful, freedom of expression, and AI Co-Pilots in the future of education.

    20 min
  5. Season 6, Episode 3 - Chris Fortunato

    10/15/2025

    Season 6, Episode 3 - Chris Fortunato

    Chris Fortunato ~ Head Of School at Thayer Academy In this episode we talk about the journey from leaving a career as an Attorney, the rewards of true student engagement, the importance for every student to be 'Known Connected Prepared', plus the power of human connections.

    33 min
  6. Season 6, Episode 2 ~ Tomas Duckling

    09/24/2025

    Season 6, Episode 2 ~ Tomas Duckling

    Tomas Duckling ~ Headmaster at Dubai College In this episode we talk about the importance of Character Education, the impact of AI in schools, teachers and students, building a strong school brand outside of Dubai, plus the personal journey from the Swiss Alps into new headship.

    29 min
  7. Season 6, Episode 1 ~ Oliver Hartwright

    09/03/2025

    Season 6, Episode 1 ~ Oliver Hartwright

    Oliver Hartwright ~ Head Of School at Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz In this episode we talk about international headship, the importance of school traditions, the power of bilingual education, and the future of education.

    24 min
  8. Season 5 Episode 18 - Francis Retter

    08/06/2025

    Season 5 Episode 18 - Francis Retter

    Francis Retter ~ Headteacher at British Junior Academy Of Brussels In this episode we talk about transitioning from primary to secondary education, the pros and cons of a curriculum blank canvas, Character Education and why Round Square Association is important.

    26 min
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Simon Noakes presents the #InspiringSchoolsPodcast. On the show, Simon welcomes the world's leading educators to talk about the future of education, marketing communications, leadership, technology and much, much more. Simon is the Founder/CEO of Interactive Schools, a global agency, creating the best websites for the world’s leading schools.

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  • Creator
    Simon Noakes (Founder/CEO Interactive Schools)
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    173
  • Rating
    Clean
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    #InspiringSchoolsPodcast