Grovian Voices

In this insightful and entertaining episode, we sit down with Kevin Eaglestone (st01-), Assistant Head (Organisation) at The Grove, for a deep dive into the intricate workings of the school and plent…

In this inspiring episode of Grovian Voices, we sit down with Joe Bedford (00-02, st13-), Old Grovian and now the School’s Head of Rugby. Joe reflects on a remarkable journey that began in West Leeds…

In this inspiring episode of Grovian Voices, we welcome Major General Professor Tim Hodgetts CB CBE OStJ DL, one of the UK’s most senior military medical leaders and a proud Old Grovian who was a day…

In this uplifting episode of Grovian Voices, we sit down with the ever-positive and forward-thinking Hannah Boggie, our Lettings, Events & Operations Manager. From managing the day-to-day operations …

Join us for a deliciously insightful episode as we go behind the scenes of catering at The Grove with Franco Caroleo (st18-25), our passionate and ever-energetic Catering Manager.

What’s on the menu i…

In this episode, current Year 12 Sixth Form students Michaella and Harry take over the mic for a relaxed and honest conversation about Sixth Form life at The Grove.

They kick things off with a warm in…

In this special on-the-road episode, host Eve travels to the beautiful town of Keswick, Cumbria, accompanied by Sam Cadman (’89–’96, st10-), Director of Marketing and Commerce at Woodhouse Grove Scho…

 “David McCarthy epitomised the aspiration of the school to create rounded individuals and capable citizens.” – 'Xaipete' Woodhouse Grove: The First 200 Years by Nigel Watson

In this rich and reflecti…

In this lively episode, we’re joined by Michelle Phillips (86-88), a former sixth-form boarder and her brother James Phillips (84-93), a weekly boarder at Brontë House who later became a full-time bo…

In this episode, we sit down with Dan Nulty, proud Old Grovian, the current Chair of the Old Grovian Association and lifelong supporter of Woodhouse Grove School. Dan shares a rich and personal story…

In this episode, we are joined by Giles Manchester (72-82), an experienced GP with a wealth of knowledge in the medical field. Born in Bradford on January 17, 1964, Giles was the eldest of four sibli…

In this nostalgic and inspiring episode, we sit down with Stephen Lai (91-95), a former boarder from Hong Kong. Now the Managing Director of the Hong Kong Poker Players Association, Stephen shares hi…

Michelle Howard (st22-) is the Energy and Sustainability Officer at Woodhouse Grove, a unique role within the Methodist Independent Schools Trust (MIST). It was a pioneering position at The Grove and…

In this episode, Roger Howard (71-78, st82-) reflects on his school days, recounting memorable Rugby Tours and his time working at The Grove. 

Roger also shares his deep passion for the importance of …

With Guest Interviewers: Hisham & Mia, Head Boy & Head Girl from Brontë House. 

Welcome to the very first episode of the Grovian Voices Podcast, where we share the stories of Grovians past and present…