This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.

Welcome to Little Oakley Primary School, a microcosm of the joyous chaos that is primary education. This isn't a story about perfectly behaved children and flawlessly executed lesson plans; it's a celebration of the messy, unpredictable, and ultimately heartwarming reality of teaching and learning. Meet Emily Bramble, our protagonist, a newly qualified teacher brimming with idealism and armed with a suitcase full of carefully-crafted lesson plans. She quickly discovers that the reality of teaching is far more entertaining (and challenging) than anything she could have anticipated. The hallways of Little Oakley are populated with an eclectic cast of characters – a perpetually lost headteacher, a perpetually tired art teacher, and a bevy of students whose creativity often outstrips their classroom decorum. The school itself is a character in its own right; its brightly colored walls have witnessed countless sticky situations, tearful reconciliations, and whispered secrets. The book explores the delightful complexities of primary school life, from the challenges of managing twenty-five six-year-olds to the sheer joy of witnessing a child's "aha!" moment. The characters are flawed, eccentric, and absolutely endearing, mirroring the spectrum of personalities found in any primary school, both staff and pupils. It's a story about finding joy amidst the chaos, building connections amidst the pandemonium, and discovering that even a runaway hamster or a glue-related incident can teach us valuable lessons about life, resilience and the unbreakable bond between teacher and pupil. This isn't just a funny story about teachers; it's a heartfelt tribute to the dedication, patience, and pure comedic genius of everyone involved in the world of primary education.