19 Best Primary Education Podcasts

1. Beginning Teacher Talk: A Podcast for New Elementary Teachers

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'Just because you're a beginning elementary teacher, there's no need for you to struggle like one.' Welcome to Beginning Teacher Talk, the weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Lori Friesen, where we talk about all of the things you wish you learned in college about teaching elementary school. We feature kid-tested classroom management techniques, organizational strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.more Host Dr. Lori Friesen
Producer/Network Dr. Lori Friesen, Elementary Classroom Management Tips for New Teachers
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 289Facebook 36.4KInstagram 53.9K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Since Apr 2019 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. The Modern Principal Podcast

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Welcome to The Modern Principal Podcast! We are Karen and Christy, two elementary principals reshaping education. We discuss practical strategies for doing the job while reforming the system.more Hosts Christy Lamb, Karen Hile
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 142Facebook 2.1KTwitter 973Instagram 11.2K Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Thinking Deeply about Primary Education

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Welcome to Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, the podcast that gives you a peek inside the minds of some truly inspirational primary teachers. Whether you're new to the profession or a school leader with tons of experience this podcast is a must listen. For references, links and extended cut video episodes head over to www.thinkingdeeply.infomore Host Kieran Mackle
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Tom Rogers, Mark Stewart +1 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 90Twitter 5.2K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The PE Umbrella | Podcasting ALL things Primary Physical Education

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Ryan Ellis here, the founder and host of the PE Umbrella, a Primary Physical Education podcast and short blog that discusses all things PE. Interviewing inspiring practitioners from the primary education sector, I will be sharing the latest in excellent practice and discussing what makes PE and Sport such an important tool to engage and enhance the learning of children (across the curriculum) so they are ready to leave school with a solid platform to lead a healthy lifestyle and enjoy lifelong physical activity!I will share insights into what makes the top practitioners of today tick, aski..more Host Ryan Ellis
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 93Facebook 1.1KTwitter 10.8KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Rainbow Skies for Teachers

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Hey there, amazing teachers—this podcast is for YOU! Whether you're just starting your teaching journey or you're a seasoned educator seeking inspiration, Rainbow Skies for Teachers is here to help you thrive in and out of the classroom. We're Ashleigh and Alisha, your enthusiastic hosts and co-founders of Rainbow Sky Creations. With 20+ years of combined experience in primary education, we're dedicated to sharing practical advice, supercharged tips, and game-changing strategies to help you succeed as a teacher...more Producer/Network Ashleigh and Alisha
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Amy Green, Jessica Werner
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 30 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. Firstieland Podcast For Elementary Teachers: Education Teaching Tips And Ideas For Kindergarten And

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The Firstieland Podcast For Elementary Teachers: Teaching Tips And Ideas is a weekly podcast that gives kindergarten and first grade teachers real, practical strategies to make teaching easier, more effective, and a whole lot more fun. If you're an educator who's feeling stretched thin trying to fit it all in as an elementary teacher, you're not alone...more Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 22 Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

7. The NAESP Principal Podcast

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For principals, it can be lonely at the top. So it's always a relief to hear from educators who have been there, done that, and are doing more to advance their leadership. Join us as we discuss best practices, innovative strategies, and pressing topics for today's pre-K 8 principal with fellow principals and special guests from the education community.This podcast is sponsored by the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP). For more information, visit www.naesp.org.more Producer/Network National Association of Elementary School Principals
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 14 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Primary Education Voices

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This podcast is a wonderful chance to get to know fellow Primary Education teachers better, learn about great ideas and resources and develop the great discussions shared with fellow practitioners from Twitter.more Host Matt Roberts
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Max Kelly
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9. The Tapestry Podcast

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Join the experienced education team at Tapestry the childhood education platform, alongside expert guests, for insightful discussions designed to enrich your practice and pedagogy in early years and primary education. Each episode delves into important topics, offering practical advice, fresh perspectives, and inspiring conversations to support children's learning, wellbeing, and development.more Producer/Network The FSF Team
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Michelle Windridge
Apple Reviews 16 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. National Association for Primary Education

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The National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. On this podcast we discuss the work and lectures of Christian Schiller, interview education specialist and explain how NAPE is working for you. Our aim is to achieve a higher priority for the education of children from birth to 13. High quality learning in the early years of life is vitally important to the creation of an educated society. Young children are not simply preparing for the future, they are living a never to be repeated time of life and the best way to learn is to live.more Producer/Network Mark Taylor
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 1Facebook 316Twitter 1K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Anseo.net - If I were the Minister for Education

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How many times have you said to yourself, 'If I were the Minister for Education…?' Well I do! Rather than grumble to myself, I decided to podcast my thoughts on ways I'd change the primary education system in Ireland. Every episode I'll take on a different theme, give some background and hopefully come to some conclusions by the end. simonmlewis.substack.commore Host Simon Lewis
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Apple Reviews 8Facebook 7.3KTwitter 1KInstagram 2.9K Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

12. Head-to-Head Podcast

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Listen and connect with real Headteachers and School Leaders right here. Join Sarah Carey, School Improvement Lead at Early Excellence, as she explores a range of hot topics in Primary and Early Years Education. Developed by Headteachers, with Headteachers for Headteachers, they are perfect if you're seeking to discover the realities of school inspection and impactful school improvement strategies...more Producer/Network Early Excellence
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. Naturally Teaching Elementary: A Podcast for Teachers and Homeschool Families

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Are you an elementary teacher or homeschool parent that wants to add more value to your lessons? Do you know the value of cultivating science skills in your students but feel like you don't know the best way to incorporate them in your classroom? Then this is the perfect show for you!Naturally Teaching Elementary is a podcast designed for the elementary teacher and homeschool parent with too much on their plate but a desire to best serve their children...more Host Victoria Zablocki
Producer/Network Victoria Zablocki, Elementary Teacher turned Outdoor Educator
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

14. The real PE podcast

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Welcome to The real PE podcast - a friendly space for primary school educators passionate about transforming Physical Education and creating positive relationships with physical activity for EVERY child. We're here to empower fellow educators. Join us as we explore ideas tailored for teaching 4-11 year olds: 1.Innovative approaches to engage, challenge and support EVERY child 2.Inclusive strategies to help EVERY child feel valued and included 3.Insights from our professional learning experiences to enrich your PE lessons 4.Practical ideas to create meaningful impact through Physical Educatio..more Producer/Network real PE
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15. Term Talk

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I'm so glad you're here, I'm your host Nicola. 🩵✨ Term Talk is a podcast for primary education, made in Australia and written for teachers everywhere. It is grounded in the belief that teachers don't have all the answers and that meaningful professional growth happens through curiosity, collaboration, research-informed practice, and honest reflection. Early in my career, I wished for a mentor to guide me through uncertainty in teaching. What I had instead was curiosity and a deep drive to keep learning, asking better questions, and growing through experience...more Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

16. The Primary Maths Podcast

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The Primary Maths Podcast is a year-round maths podcast for teachers, leaders and anyone interested in how children learn mathematics.Every Tuesday, join me, Jon Cripwell, for an in-depth interview with an expert voice from across education - teachers, leaders, researchers, authors and thinkers - as we explore what really works in primary maths...more Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Georgina Durrant, Rob Eastaway
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

17. Primary Music in Conversation Podcast

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A series of interviews with music subject leaders from primary schools across the UK. Finalists in the Teach Primary Awards 2025 and the Music & Drama Education Awards 2026.
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18. Leading for Impact with IPPN

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Leading for Impact explores the experience of the practice of primary school leadership, the challenges that arise and the opportunities that present, with insights provided by expert voices from education and beyond.We bring you conversations with school leaders who've faced the same impossible juggling acts we all know too well, plus policy makers, mental health experts, and stakeholder voices who understand the systemic pressures you face.You'll discover evidence-based solutions, hear how other schools have tackled similar challenges and gain fresh perspectives that help you see your own ..more Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. Pink Custard: The Teachers' Podcast

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Welcome to Pink Custard: The Teachers' Podcast. We're glad you stopped by! Hosted by Lucy and John - two primary school leaders - hoping to bring the joy and laughter back into education. If you work in education or just want to know what goes on behind the scenes, be sure to tune in fortnightly for new episodes. We'll take a light-hearted dive into hot topics, share personal lessons and reflections and, frankly, have a good old catch up. Please do link with us, we'd love to hear from you: Instagram: @pinkcustardpodFacebook: pinkcustardpodcastmore Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact