West Horndon Radio

 

We have our own pupil-led radio station, run by the children and supported by high-quality broadcasting equipment, including a vinyl turntable. Pupils plan, produce and present their own programmes and broadcast live to the playground at break times and lunchtimes, bringing energy and enjoyment to the school day.

The radio station provides an authentic purpose for developing oracy, communication, confidence, teamwork and leadership, alongside valuable computing and media skills such as audio production and the responsible use of technology. It also supports PSHE by encouraging self-expression, collaboration and respect for the voices and views of others.

Importantly, the radio station reflects our commitment to meaningful inclusion. Pupils with speech, language and communication needs, including children who began their time at WHPS within our resourced provision, are supported to take active and increasingly confident roles in producing and presenting broadcasts alongside their peers. Their participation demonstrates the progress they have made in communication, confidence, independence and social interaction, while ensuring their voices are heard and valued within the wider school community.

The station therefore goes beyond enrichment. It provides a highly visible example of our inclusive ethos in action, giving pupils a genuine voice, authentic responsibility and a strong sense of belonging and pride in their school.

 You can listen to our most recent shows below.

First broadcast 30th September 2026. Year 5's Live Show featuring live contributions from Year 6 in Ironbridge! 

Year 4's Podcast rehearsal. 27th September 2026. 

First broadcast at 2:45pm on Tuesday  10th January 2026

As part of our Radio Professional in Residence work with Russell, Year 4 worked with him on 10 February 2026 to research, rehearse and present their very first live radio show to our listeners.

The focus of the broadcast was Safer Internet Day, with pupils confidently sharing key messages about staying safe online. The show reached over 500 listeners, setting a new West Horndon Radio record.

It was a fantastic achievement and a real milestone for the children, who rose brilliantly to the challenge of going live on air.

We hope you enjoy listening as much as they enjoyed taking part!

Russell Prue is our Radio Professional in Residence and a regular visitor to the school. He works closely with our pupils, supporting them to run the school radio station and deliver daily radio shows for the school community. Russell coaches children in presenting, interviewing, technical production, and teamwork, enabling them to take ownership of their broadcasts with confidence and pride.
During his visits, Russell also facilitates live radio broadcasts created by our pupils and streamed to audiences around the world, giving children an authentic and exciting real-world broadcasting experience. Alongside his work with pupils, he trains and supports our staff, helping them to embed radio broadcasting into the curriculum and sustain high-quality provision across the school.

   Find out more about Russell Prue Here