Higher Playing Field
Desna McKenzie
🎙️ Welcome to The Higher Playing Field PodcastProtecting and Cultivating the Potential of Our ChildrenThe Higher Playing Field is the podcast for parents, educators, and changemakers committed to reimagining education for Black children in the UK.We explore real stories and real solutions for parents navigating:🔹 Educating Black children in the UK🔹 Help with school exclusions and disciplinary issues🔹 Discrimination and racism in the education system🔹 Support with SEN (Special Educational Needs) not being met🔹 How to advocate for your child within the systemEach episode gives voice to the challenges our families face inside and outside of schools, while uncovering models of excellence—from innovative teaching methods to community-led education strategies—that are achieving extraordinary results.We highlight those who are doing education differently:📚 Supplementary schools💡 Groundbreaking educators and legal experts👩👦 Parents reshaping their child’s learning journey🚀 T