#10 - Rosie McColl - Harrow Hong Kong Head
Welcome back to Destination Education UK, I'm your host Ruth Benny, and today we have a real treat for you. Our guest is Rosie McColl, former Head at Brighton Girls GDST School and current Head at Harrow International School Hong Kong! Join in as they dig into some really meaningful topics, like why girlsâ education matters so much and how single-sex schools can be a game-changer for empowering young women. Rosie shares her thoughts on breaking down gender stereotypes, boosting STEM education, and how parents play a huge role in their kidsâ learning journey. The conversation gets real about what success meansâhint: itâs not just about acing exams! They talk about nurturing confidence and individuality in students while balancing academics with personal growth. Plus, they touch on the tricky world of girlsâ friendships, the impact of social media on mental health, and cool opportunities like homestay programs that shake up traditional education. Itâs a warm, inspiring chat that reminds us how important it is to create supportive spaces for students to thrive. For more resources related to todayâs episode and others, visit www.topschoolsadmissions.com Enjoy the episode for expert advice to guide your school selection journey. Visit www.topschoolsadmissions.com for more on Brighton Girls GDST School, and to enquire via our exclusive link. Start exploring top UK schools today! In this episode: 00:00 Introduction to Education and Leadership 02:52 The Role of Girls' Education 06:01 Empowering Young Women in Education 10:07 Redefining Gender Stereotypes in Education 13:04 STEM Education and Opportunities for Girls 15:54 Parental Involvement and Community Engagement 18:54 Confidence and Individuality in Education 22:11 Balancing Academic Success with Personal Growth 27:44 Redefining Success in Education 30:13 The Role of Parents in Educational Choices 31:47 Navigating School Environments and Student Well-being 35:39 Understanding Friendship Dynamics Among Girls 39:12 Managing Digital Influence and Mental Health 41:38 Innovative Educational Opportunities and Homestay Programs 47:49 Introduction to UK Boarding School Admissions 47:49 Understanding the Admissions Process Follow Destination Education: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destination_education_uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@DestinationEducationUK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/destination_education_uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/destinationeducationUk Website: www.topschoolsadmissions.com The Destination Education UK podcast is your ultimate guide to navigating the exciting, sometimes overwhelming journey of studying in the UK. Hosted by Ruth Bennyâ education expert and parent with firsthand experience raising children educated in Hong Kong and the United Kingdomâthis show delivers insights, expert tips, inspiration and practical strategies for parents and students in, or considering the UK education system. If you're a parent on this journeyâstart here. Follow along, and let's take the stress out of school admissions together. Watch our FREE Masterclass on UK Boarding Schools and request a non-obligatory consultation here: https://www.topschoolsadmissions.com/UKBoardingSchools/ Subscribe to our channel here: Listen to Destination Education Podcast đ§ New episodes twice a month! Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UTWe6azTalKupYEwrtET0?si=3d898b7e7c094fec Apple podcasts link: https://podcasts.apple.com/hk/podcast/destination-education-uk/id1820594988 Get help to find the perfect fit UK school for your child : www.topschoolsadmissions.com
