You Couldn't Make This Up! cover art

You Couldn't Make This Up!

Diaries of a Secondary School Teacher

 Preview
Get this deal Try Premium Plus free
Offer ends 29 January 2026 at 11:59PM GMT.
Prime members: New to Audible? Get 2 free audiobooks during trial.
Just £0.99/mo for your first 3 months of Audible.
1 bestseller or new release per month—yours to keep.
Listen all you want to thousands of included audiobooks, podcasts, and Originals.
Auto-renews at £8.99/mo after 3 months. Cancel monthly.
Pick 1 audiobook a month from our unmatched collection - including bestsellers and new releases.
Listen all you want to thousands of included audiobooks, Originals, celeb exclusives, and podcasts.
Access exclusive sales and deals.
£8.99/month after 30 days. Renews automatically.

You Couldn't Make This Up!

By: Mark MacDonald
Narrated by: Mark MacDonald
Get this deal Try Premium Plus free

£8.99/mo after 3 months. Cancel monthly. Offer ends 29 January 2026 at 11:59PM GMT.

£8.99/month after 30 days. Renews automatically. See here for eligibility.

Buy Now for £11.99

Buy Now for £11.99

LIMITED TIME OFFER | £0.99/mo for the first 3 months

Premium Plus auto-renews at £8.99/mo after 3 months. Terms apply.

About this listen
  • What is it really like to work in a British school as a teacher in the 21st century?
  • What happened to the national Curriculum in England?
  • How do teachers deal with disruption?
  • Hilarious things students say! Sometimes intentionally!
  • Which issues are most draining of teachers' energy?
©2023 Francis Mark MacDonald (P)2023 Francis Mark MacDonald Childhood Education Education Primary Education Witty Funny Secondary Education Student

Listeners also enjoyed...

 Running the Room: The Teacher’s Guide to Behaviour cover art
Peas, Carrots and an Aston Martin cover art
The People of Ostrich Mountain cover art
Up the Down Staircase cover art
Dear Parents cover art
From Hood to Headship cover art
Surviving SAJOMACO: A Nigerian Boarding School Odyssey cover art
Confessions of an Actuarial Tutor cover art
The Librarian cover art
Everything Is Going to be K.O. cover art
Admissions cover art
The Murder Mystery cover art
Work Hard. Be Nice. cover art
Normal Schmormal: My occasionally helpful guide to parenting kids with special needs cover art
Knowing No Boundaries cover art
One Boy, Two Bills and a Fry Up cover art
All stars
Most relevant

Listener received this title free

This audiobook is like sitting down with your dad or granddad and listening to him recounting memories, I loved it! I could listen to more.

It was very interesting to hear about the differences of teaching 20-30 years ago compared to today. But also hearing how similar kids are still.

Tales of teaching

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

This audiobook offered a witty window into the world of teaching. The narrator's diary-style anecdotes highlight the humor and humanity found in schools. Student mishaps, curriculum changes, long hours - teachers face many challenges. Yet despite the difficulties, their passion perseveres—an entertaining glimpse behind the scenes of the noble, messy, and wildly amusing profession.

Teachers' Tales from the Front Lines

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

Check out this awesome story where a secondary teacher spills the beans on how his mixed bag of students threw curveballs at the education system. He's got this knack for spinning a great yarn that keeps you hooked. Plus, he's got a treasure trove of hilarious stories to share. This book is like a sneak peek into the world of education through the eyes of someone who's been around the block. If you're into all things education, it's a must!

interesting listen

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

This book had me cracking up as it went through the unpredictable world of teaching. I am not a teacher but I couldn't believe some of the absurd situations described in the book, but it's clear that the teaching profession is full of surprises. The author has done a great job in taking their many years of experience and turning it into an engaging collection of anecdotes. For anyone considering a teaching career, the book can show a behind-the-scenes look into what you may be getting yourself into.

The stories were shared in a very candid way which keeps you interested to keep listening to more. I really enjoyed the book and would recommend it for teachers or non-teachers to listen to.

Great source of comedy

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free


The audiobook promises an authentic peek into the life of a teacher in a British secondary school. As a parent, it's valuable to see how educational environments have evolved in the 21st century, offering insights into teachers' daily challenges and joys. This perspective helps in understanding the teacher's role beyond just delivering lectures.

As a parent, I was interested in how teachers deal with disruption, a crucial aspect of the school environment. This can give you a sense of the discipline and classroom management styles prevalent in schools and how they might affect your child's learning experience.

The mention of "hilarious things students say" indicates a lighter, more humorous side of the student-teacher relationship. This can be a refreshing perspective for parents who usually hear about the academic side of school life. It shows the human, often fun, interactions that can enrich the learning experience.

Overall, this audiobook offers a well-rounded view of the contemporary educational landscape from a teacher's perspective, which can be invaluable for parents. It covers the challenges and systemic issues and sheds light on the lighter, more human aspects of education that are often overlooked.

Interesting humorous stories from a teacher

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
See more reviews