Beaconverse Podcast

The Beacon

Educational Inspiration and Insight Into Beacon Life.

  1. Jul 2

    Episode 30: Meet Liz King, The Beacon's New Head of Girls

    In this episode of Beaconverse, we speak with our new Head of Girls starting in September, Liz King. Liz reflects on her career journey, what drew her to The Beacon, what she's most excited about as she prepares to take up the role, and her vision for the future of girls' education at the school.

    12 min

  2. Apr 10

    Episode 29: MasterCook

    In this episode of Beaconverse, we speak with Head of Cooking and Nutrition, Kim Rowland, to learn more about our MasterCook competitions and the wider cooking experience at The Beacon.

    12 min

  3. Mar 6

    Episode 28: STEM Week 2026

    In this episode, we're joined by our Head of Maths, Martin Langley; Head of Science, Alex Horn; Head of Design & Technology, Danielle Reeve; Assistant Head (Upper School) and Computing Teacher, Josh Porter. Together, they talk about the exciting activities, challenges and opportunities planned for The Beacon's upcoming STEM Week, giving a preview of what pupils can look forward to as the countdown begins!

    14 min

  4. Feb 18

    Episode 27- The National Year of Reading

    In this episode, our Librarian and Storyteller, Susannah Howard, together with our Deputy Head (Academic), Nikki Olhausen, discuss The Beacon’s National Year of Reading celebrations and share how we are fostering a love of reading throughout the year.

    15 min

  5. Feb 2

    Episode 26: The Future of The Beacon

    In this episode, Headmaster Nick Baker and Senior Deputy Head Simon Detre share insights into the exciting changes ahead as The Beacon transitions to co-education.

    13 min

  6. 12/22/2025

    Episode 25- A Beacon Christmas

    In this festive episode, we were delighted to host a Christmas quiz featuring four of our Lower School pupils. Packed with fun trivia and plenty of cheerful Christmas chatter, it was the perfect way to spread some seasonal joy!

    9 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    Episode 24 - The Beacon Parents' Society

    As we kick off the first episode of the new school year, we’re excited to welcome our Beacon Parent Society Co-Chairs, Faye and Jas. They’ll be introducing themselves and sharing a bit about their roles, the work they do behind the scenes and how they help support our school community.

    16 min
  8. Sister Act Jr on Chiltern Voice

    10/16/2025

    Sister Act Jr on Chiltern Voice

    Two of our Beacon boys, as well as our Head of Drama, spoke on Chiltern Voice radio about their experience performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

    15 min
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Educational Inspiration and Insight Into Beacon Life.

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  • Creator
    The Beacon
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Beaconverse Podcast
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