What matters more in 2026 - memorising facts or thinking critically?

In this episode of Beyond the Grade, writer, broadcaster, and campaigner Natasha Devon joins Andrew to explore some of the biggest pressures young people face today and how schools can become the antidote.

They explore the realities of wellbeing in education, the impact of constant pressure on young minds, and the growing debate around social media bans, where Natasha breaks down why digital literacy and critical thinking may be a far more powerful solution than blocking social apps altogether.

Drawing on her extensive work in schools across the world, Natasha shares powerful insights into the tools young people need to protect their wellbeing and thrive in an online world.

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