The first three episodes are now available to stream on YouTube and all major podcast platforms: https://linktr.ee/extraordinarytogether

Extraordinary Together explores how best to support young people to thrive, while navigating the real challenges faced by parents today. Each episode welcomes leading global thinkers to unpack a key theme shaping childhood and education.

In Episode 1 of Extraordinary Together, actor, member of the royal family, and children's advocate Sophie Winkleman, joins Libby and Ricardo to discuss the excessive use of screens and technology on children's mental health.

With the rise of EdTech and online communication, finding the balance between digital literacy and soft skills, whilst developing self-regulation, is tougher than ever. Join the conversation as the team discusses the implications and the steps they're taking to overcome it within their homes.

Episode 2 features Founder and Chairman of Dukes Education, Aatif Hassan, as well as the Founder and Chairman of Cavendish Education, a family of independent schools and colleges offering support for neurodivergent students. The episode delves into the events leading up to the birth of Dukes Education, Aatif’s personal journey with learning and neurodivergence, as well as his incredible, ongoing journey of growth built on resilience, independence and self-sufficiency.

Episode 3 sees Ricardo and Libby discuss the power of mental visualisation and participate in their own visualisation practice, as they sit down with Maya Raichoora. An advocate for mental fitness, a coach to elite athletes and Nike's first-ever Mental Fitness trainer, Maya's challenges with her own mental and physical health have led her on her own extraordinary journey.

Why this podcast matters:

  • Addressing the next generation’s biggest questions: What does achievement look like in the 21st century? How can learners and leaders act with purpose? How can the next generation get career ready? What is the importance and approach of self-regulation?
  • Featuring globally relevant voices drawn from education, business, sport and creative sectors, bringing authentic insight, not platitudes.
  • Designed for students, educators, parents and lifelong learners who aim to live – and help others live – extraordinary lives.

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About the Hosts

Dr Ricardo Tavares is a medical doctor turned educational entrepreneur who now runs Dukes Plus, a part of Dukes Education which houses a family of specialised Education Consultancies and career immersive summer schools.

Libby Nicholas is an experienced leader in education and student success, bringing a passion for helping young people thrive in complex environments. Libby is Group Education Director for Dukes Education.

About Dukes Education

Dukes Education is the largest premium education group in the UK and one of the fastest-growing families of schools in Europe. Dukes Education was founded by Aatif Hassan in 2015 to give young people an outstanding start in life.

The Group now has 65 education brands and over 80 settings, across 11 countries, supporting more than 23,500 pupils and 5,000 staff. Dukes also operates a number of leading summer short courses, university and medical school consultancies, immersive career experience providers, and one-to-one student support offerings, creating a cradle-to-career suite of services.

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Listen now:
Episodes 1-3 of Extraordinary Together are available now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and other major platforms. Subscribe today and join the conversation using #ExtraordinaryTogether.

For more information, please contact:

Anna Aston, Director of Communication at Dukes Education +44 7990 442 723 or anna.aston@dukeseducation.com