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Catholic Education Matters is a podcast produced by Catholic Education Sandhurst. Education isn’t just about what happens in the classroom, it’s about the people, the heart, and the purpose behind it all. That’s why this podcast explores the big ideas and everyday moments that shape learning in our schools, from the latest research and innovative teaching practices to the real stories of educators, students and parents. With insights from respected leaders, expert guests and voices from our ...
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Welcome to Magnify Matters, a podcast proudly produced by Catholic Education Sandhurst. Magnify Sandhurst is a bold, evidence-informed initiative designed to bring system-wide improvement to teaching and learning across 51 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. Grounded in the science of learning, Magnify Sandhurst focuses on how the brain learns best, how literacy is effectively taught, and how calm, predictable classrooms can maximise learning time for every student. We’ll be sharing o ...
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Walking together: Reconciliation in Catholic Education
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This podcast was recorded on traditional lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung and Yorta Yorta People. Reconciliation doesn’t live in a single day or week — it’s a daily practice of listening, learning and walking together. In this episode of Catholic Education Matters, host Kimberley Furness, Marketing Coordinator at Catholic Education Sandhurst, sits down…
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Creating calm, predictable classrooms with Classroom Mastery
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Great teaching starts with calm, predictable classrooms and it doesn’t happen by chance. In this episode of Magnify Matters, host Ashley Marsh is joined by Dr Tim McDonald and Sara Wiggins from Classroom Mastery, to unpack the strategies, structures and mindset shifts that create classrooms where learning thrives. With experience spanning classroom…
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30 years of literacy impact with MultiLit
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Teaching a child to read is one of the most powerful things we can do. In this episode of Magnify Matters, host Tim Edwards, Assistant Director: Learning and Teaching at Catholic Education Sandhurst, is joined by Robyn Wheldall and Iain Rothwell from MultiLit, to discuss their mission: making sure every child in every school has access to high-qual…
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The power of shared curriculum and teacher preparation with Ochre Education
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Imagine if teachers were able to save time developing learning materials from scratch. Well, with the right tools and trusted content, every teacher can focus on what matters most: their students. In this episode of Magnify Matters, we dive into curriculum design, teacher collaboration and the power of shared expertise with Caroline Reed and Dr Rei…
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Honouring Pope Francis With Bishop Shane Mackinlay
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As the Church welcomes Pope Leo XIV, we pause to reflect on the extraordinary life and legacy of Pope Francis. In this special episode of Catholic Education Matters, host Kate Fogarty, Executive Director of Catholic Education Sandhurst, sits down with Bishop Shane Mackinlay to mark the passing of Pope Francis and explore the impact of his papacy bo…
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Instructional coaching that works with Ollie Lovell from StepLab
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What happens when we combine evidence-informed practice, high quality coaching and specific models for reference? You get transformation at scale. In this episode of Magnify Matters, host Tim Edwards sits down with educator, author and podcast host Ollie Lovell, now Director of StepLab Australia - a powerful platform helping teachers embed better p…
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Inside the science of learning with Dr Jared Cooney Horvath
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Before we teach, we need to understand how people learn — and why it matters more than ever. In this episode of Magnify Matters, host Tim Edwards, Assistant Director: Learning and Teaching at Catholic Education Sandhurst, speaks with renowned cognitive neuroscientist and educator Dr Jared Cooney Horvath to explore how understanding the science of l…
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Every great story has a beginning, and this one started with a single question: how can we do better for every student, in every classroom, every day? In this very first episode of Magnify Matters, we take you behind the scenes of Magnify Sandhurst — a bold, system-wide intervention designed to strengthen teacher practice, improve learner growth an…
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Lifelong benefits of Catholic schooling with Victorian Catholic Education Authority
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Can your school years really shape your life long after the final bell? In this episode of Catholic Education Matters, we explore new research uncovering the lifelong impact of Catholic schooling on employment, wellbeing and community contribution. Host Kate Fogarty, Executive Director of Catholic Education Sandhurst, is joined by Bruce Phillips fr…
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The history of Catholic education in Australia
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Sometimes, to understand what matters most, we have to look back at how it all began. The history of Catholic education in Sandhurst is a story of people — ordinary and extraordinary — who gave everything to build something lasting. In this opening episode of Catholic Education Matters, hosts Kate Fogarty and Jenni Kennedy from Catholic Education S…
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First episode drops Monday 28 April 2025. Welcome to Magnify Matters, a podcast proudly produced by Catholic Education Sandhurst. Magnify Sandhurst is a bold, evidence-informed initiative designed to bring system-wide improvement to teaching and learning across 51 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. Grounded in the science of learning, Magni…
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In this very first episode of Catholic Education Matters, Kate Fogarty, Executive Director of Catholic Education Sandhurst, joins us to introduce a brand-new podcast for anyone passionate about education, community and purpose-driven leadership. From classrooms to staff rooms, this podcast brings together the voices of those who are shaping educati…
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Welcome to Catholic Education Matters, a podcast proudly produced by Catholic Education Sandhurst. Education isn’t just about what happens in the classroom, it’s about the people, the heart, and the purpose behind it all. That’s why this podcast explores the big ideas and every day moments that shape learning in our schools, from the latest researc…
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