Episode Details

With student numbers reportedly falling and concerns mounting over subject visibility, this Teachers Talk Radio show explores the current state of Sociology in secondary and post-16 education and it's incredible hidden value. Host Tom Rogers is joined by guests Sunny Gunessee and Tom Genillard to discuss the headline data on student uptake, the role of careers guidance in shaping perceptions, and how schools can reposition the subject for today’s learners.

Together, they explore how sixth forms, colleges, and universities can collaborate to close the gap, the steps OCR Exams are taking to make qualifications more inclusive, and the impact that declining school provision has on teacher recruitment and subject expertise.

We’ll also hear insights from the JCoSS Present…Sound Sociology podcast, including real-world case studies of students using sociology in diverse career paths—from education and healthcare to media and policy.

Finally, the show considers the value of sociology for meeting Ofsted expectations and Gatsby benchmarks, and offers practical advice for schools looking to boost engagement at open evenings.

Produced in partnership with OCR Sociology - Visit them at ocr.org.uk