#15 Marina Gardiner Legge, Head of Oxford High School GDST
About this episode
Marina Gardiner Legge discusses the importance of girls' education and the evolving landscape of schooling.
In this episode of Destination Education UK with Ruth Benny, we sit down with Marina Gardiner Legge, Head of Oxford High School GDST, shares her insights on girls' education, the importance of resilience and rebellion in students, and the evolving landscape of schooling. She emphasizes the need for parents to be actively involved in their children's education, the significance of school visits, and the role of kindness in school culture. Marina also discusses the challenges faced by young women today and the importance of preparing them for a diverse and interconnected world. The conversation touches on the impact of AI in education and the necessity of ensuring that all voices are represented in the digital landscape. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! 💡 Why Listen: Girls' education is about aspiration and empowerment. A good teacher can change a student's life. Resilience and rebellion are crucial in education. Finding the right fit for a child is essential. School visits are vital for understanding the environment. Kindness should be a core value in schools. Dress codes can impact student identity and expression. Young women need to be empowered to take leadership…
People in this episode
Host: Ruth Benny
Guest: Marina Gardiner Legge
Topics covered
- girls' education
- resilience
- parental involvement
- school culture
- AI in education
- leadership roles for young women
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Oxford High School GDST
More episodes of Destination Education
- #24 - Dr Aaron Baumgartner, Head of Elementary American International School Hong Kong
- #23 - Jonathan Marchant, Head Snr School Epsom College Malaysia
- #22 - Barnaby Lenon, CBE, Dean of Education, University of Buckingham
- #21 Michael John Smith - Head of Lime House School
- #20 Charles Bailey, Head of Worksop College and Ranby House
- #19 Teresa Song - Founder of Nova Scholar
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Destination Education podcast page.