The VOICE of Ian Lush OBE, Class of 1978

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What I REALLY Learnt at School - Alfredian Voices

The King Alfred School

17 episodes

3 months ago

Welcome to What I REALLY Learnt at School - Alfredian Voices. We can all remember our school days, the highs, the lows, the achievements, and the challenges, but what we learnt and the experiences that shaped us are different for everyone. In this podcast series, we bring you the voices of Old Alfredians, former students at the King Alfred School in North London, a school that has stood out from the crowd for the past 125 years for delivering a deeper learning experience. Highlighting their stories shows the impact that schools can have when they are bold and innovative and crucially take a child-centered approach to education. We are grateful to the OAs who have shared their stories, allowing us to bring our school's vibrant history alive. Our sincere thanks to Old Alfredian Amy Cash, Class of 2020, who is kindly recording all of the introductions for our series. Our 125th anniversary book, full of photographs from our archive, compliments the stories in this series. If you would like to connect with the school and the Old Alfredian community, or learn about our approach to education, visit our website at: https://www.kingalfred.org.uk/

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The VOICE of Ian Lush OBE, Class of 1978

What I REALLY Learnt at School - Alfredian Voices

33 minutes

9 months ago

The VOICE of Ian Lush OBE, Class of 1978

In this engaging episode of 'What I Really Learnt at School - Alfredian Voices,' Ian Lush, OBE candidly reflects on his challenging yet fulfilling journey during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recorded in early 2021 via Zoom with Tamlyn Worrall, Development & Alumni Relations Director at King Alfred School, Ian shares his experiences managing NHS charities amidst unprecedented circumstances.

Ian shares a detailed account of his year, primarily spent working from home as the Chief Executive of Imperial Healthcare Trust and Chair of NHS Charities. He reflects on the early move to close their office, his role as chair, and the overwhelming support following the national appeal and Captain Tom's fundraising phenomenon. Ian discusses the operational challenges and extraordinary teamwork involved in rapidly distributing funds to the NHS frontline. Additionally, he shares personal anecdotes, from receiving an OBE to his musical journey and reasons for transitioning from professional music to arts management.

Ian reminisces about his 14 years at King Alfred School, emphasizing the school's liberal values, sense of community, and the lasting impact of influential teachers. The conversation explores the school's unique ethos, extracurricular activities, and his lifelong involvement in various committees, underscoring a commitment to making a difference.