Case Studies

We have a growing bank of case studies and news articles from subscribers. Read how other teachers are finding success with GCSEPod in all kinds of schools, academies, colleges and situations. If you would like to hear about schools in your area please do get in touch or take a look at our interactive Subscriber Feedback Map.

From GCSEPod student to becoming the Head of GCSEPod’s Student Ambassador Programme

Overview

Tom Hollins has GCSEPod to thank for helping him rise to the challenge of the Year 11 exams. And the 19-year-old was so impressed with how the learning and revision resource turned poor predicted grades into outstanding results day success, that’s he now become the Head of GCSEPod’s new Student Ambassador Programme, working to help […]

The results

"Without GCSEPod, my life now would probably be very different."

Tom Hollins, GCSEPod Student Ambassador

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Closing the Progress 8 gap between boys and girls using GCSEPod

Eggar's School

Overview

Eggar’s is a thriving Academy, and is firmly established as one of the best state schools in Hampshire. With a strong, supportive and established Leadership Team, they firmly believe in the relentless pursuit of exceptional teaching and learning.

The results

"What we want is to see our students - male and female - attaining an average of grade 6 or above, and we believe GCSEPod has an important part to play in helping us to achieve this."

Martyn Reah, Deputy Head

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Launching GCSEPod in Further Education

Leeds City College, Leeds

Overview

Leeds City College is one of the UK’s largest FE establishments, offering a diverse curriculum to more than 20,000 students. The college provides a vibrant, multicultural learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing.

The results

"GCSEPod shows them that there is a different way of learning, one that empowers them."

Jonny Diamond, English and Maths Development Manager

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Independent learning in the flipped classroom

Lucaya International School, Bahamas

Overview

An extraordinary school; made so by a tradition of educational excellence spanning 20 years. Establishing, nurturing, and growing such an exceptional learning community has been and remains intentional; the focus of the school is supported by their aspirational Mission, Philosophy and Goals.

The results

"Keep up the good work GCSEPod. You have made being a teacher simply better."

Stephen Powell-Peterson, Head of Maths

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Reducing teacher workload while improving student grades

Sunmarke School, Dubai

Overview

Among the top schools in the UAE with “Outstanding” GCSEs and A levels, Sunmarke offers an academically rigorous, high-impact, values-based education providing children the skills to flourish in tomorrow’s world.

The results

"GCSEPod is a great platform that offers students an enhanced learning experience and provides them with long-term memory capabilities through individual audio-visual Pods."

Benjamin Atkins, Deputy Headteacher

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Integrating GCSEPod as a whole-school resource

Northallerton School and Sixth Form College, North Yorkshire

Overview

Northallerton School is a coeducational secondary school and sixth form located in Northallerton, North Yorkshire, England.

The results

I remember thinking there was nothing available that did what GCSEPod does. We had a couple of online revision tools at our disposal, but they offered nothing like GCSEPod’s breadth or ease of use.

Nicola Ellis, Head of ICT and Computing

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From intervention to independent learning success

Rawlins Academy, Leicestershire

Overview

Rawlins Academy is a secondary school of about 1,500 students situated in Quorn, Leicestershire, England.

The results

"In lessons, students will volunteer information we haven't yet covered. I'll ask where they got their facts and they'll say GCSEPod. They're getting ahead, which is fantastic."

Cathy Robinson, Vice Principal

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Revitalising students’ thirst for knowledge with GCSEPod

Manor Croft Academy, West Yorkshire

Overview

With an ethos to deliver excellence for its staff, students and parents, Manor Croft Academy has a firm foundation of strong pastoral care and ensures a climate for learning which is calm, well ordered, secure and focused on achievement and success.

The results

"For us, GCSEPod perfectly fitted into everything we wanted to achieve."

Kion Nikoumaram, Vice Principal

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Using GCSEPod to impact revision and exam results

The Snaith School, Goole

Overview

The Snaith School aims to provide the best possible education and opportunities for each individual pupil.  They enable their pupils to enjoy life, grasp the opportunities it offers and be equipped to meet the complex challenges of the 21st century.

The results

"GCSEPod has become my baby, I absolutely love it and schools should have had it years ago."

Dave Nichols, Head of Geography

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Maximising impact and progress with GCSEPod

Marshalls Park Academy, Essex

Overview

Marshalls Park is part of the South West Essex Community Education Multi Academy Trust (MAT). The founding principles of such a partnership are focused on providing the very best educational opportunities for all students, drawing on the expertise across both educational phases.

The results

"I believe everybody deserves a decent education, and GCSEPod goes a long way to achieving that."

James Pickering, Assistant Headteacher

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