The Download- Claremont Junior School Podcast

The Download- Week 7 SUMMER- feat. Aftab from The Dog Ami

🎙️ The Download – Enthusiasm, Understanding & A Whole Lot of Dogs! Welcome back to The Download as we begin the final half term of the school year — and what an exciting few weeks we have ahead. In this episode, we introduce our new Character Quality of the Month: Enthusiasm and explore what it means to bring energy, positivity and curiosity into everything we do as we head towards Sports Day, the Year 6 production, French Café events, Gala Day and the House Singing Competition. We also reflect on a thoughtful and inspiring assembly led by Mrs McChesney exploring neurodiversity, where staff and older pupils shared their experiences of dyslexia, ADHD, autism and more. Through stories, advice and inspiring role models, we celebrated how different ways of thinking make our community stronger. 🎧 Special Interview: This week we’re joined by Aftab from The Dog Ami, a dog behaviourist based in Esher. We explore how dogs communicate, why they behave the way they do, common training myths, and discover what it takes to build positive relationships between dogs and their humans. 🐾 Plus: *  A look ahead to an action-packed final half term  *  Important reminders about the Year 6 Charity Event supporting Home-Start  *  Sports team photo dates  *  And a quick safety reminder about Oak Processionary Moths on site  Bring your enthusiasm and enjoy this week’s episode of The Download.

The Download- Week 3 SUMMER- feat. Caroline Healey and Sophie McCormick

Welcome back to The Download as we kick off the summer term with a week full of adventure, reflection and inspiration. In this episode, we hear about Year 6’s unforgettable residential trip to France — from exploring the Somme to the thrills of Parc Astérix (and even tasting frog’s legs!). Meanwhile, Year 4 head off to PGL for their own action-packed adventure. We also celebrate the whole school taking part in the London Mini Marathon, promoting health, fitness and teamwork — and give a special shoutout to Mr Ferguson for completing the London Marathon alongside thousands of runners. Our character quality this month is Patience, and we explore what it means to wait, persevere and show self-control in our everyday lives. 🎧 Special Interview: We’re joined by Caroline Healey and Sophie McCormick, who share their incredible experiences working with communities around the world and supporting children through their work with Save the Children. An inspiring conversation about kindness, resilience and making a difference. ☀️ Plus, important summer reminders and a look ahead to another exciting week at school.

The Download- Week 7 SPR- SPRING IS HERE- feat. Cherrill Sands, Resident Garden Historian at Painshill Park

feat. Cherrill Sands, Resident Garden Historian at Painshill Park