In the latest instalment of our Head-to-Head series, Maxine Scully, Head at Notting Hill Prep, talks with Head at Cranmore School in Surrey, Barry Everitt.

Together they discuss Barry’s journey from his early career as a professional rugby player into teaching, senior leadership roles and Headship. He talks about the leadership skills required for Headship, how he is using his executive coaching training from IAPS effectively and the challenge of talking less and listening more.

Head of Professional Development at IAPS, Katherine Bluck hosts this AI-focused podcast with guest speakers Bianca Farthing, PhD researcher and Founder of AI Edify, Lex Lang, Deputy Head of Innovation and Partnerships at Caterham Prep School and a member of the IAPS Digital Advisory Team, and Ian Silk, Head at Bedford Preparatory School.

This conversation was recorded ahead of the AI Conference which took place at Bedford Preparatory School in June 2026.

In the second episode of this series, former IAPS member Bill Toleman hosts a conversation with ISC Chief Executive, Julie Robinson.

Together they talk about Julie’s career and how she has been able to take many of the skills gained from teaching and Headship and use them in her high-profile role representing the sector.