Heads & Tales - Robin Davies

 

On this week's episode, we unravel the fascinating career of Robin Davies, the newest addition to the founding team at Charterhouse Lagos, who called in all the way from Nigeria.

With over 25 years of experience in the independent sector, Robin's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From his adventurous years in environmental education to his time in UK and international prep schools, Robin brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the table.

🎙️ Episode recap:

  • Robin reflects on his diverse schooling experiences, from boarding school to comprehensive education, and the positive impact they had on his development.

  • He shares memorable anecdotes from his time as an educator, including managing schools through earthquakes and hurricanes in the Cayman Islands.

  • Explore Robin's vision for educational innovation as he outlines Charterhouse Lagos's commitment to a balanced curriculum that nurtures curiosity, global competence and personal identity in students.

  • Robin discusses the importance of maintaining an open mind and adaptability in the ever-evolving education sector, offering valuable advice for aspiring educators.

  • He delves into hot topics like the impact of grades on young learners, where he advocates for a holistic approach to student well-being and success.

 

Heads & Tales is a podcast series from mentoring company Oppidan Education where leaders from the world of education are asked the same seven questions.

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