Improving School Culture Through Walking The Corridors You know what? It is incredibly tempting to hide in the office. The paperwork never ends. The inbox is always full. The coffee in the staff room is usually cold. Sometimes, the office feels like the only safe space in the entire building. It is quiet there. You … Read more
Time seizes opportunities and time in education builds your legacy. Time is our most precious resource in schools. Whether you’re a Headteacher or a new teacher, we all have 24 hours each day. How you allocate your minutes determines your impact on students and staff alike. Using your time strategically leads to transformative results in … Read more
Enhancing School Reputation: A Strategic Approach Using the Ansoff Matrix A school’s reputation isn’t just important—it’s the cornerstone of its success. It shapes student enrolment trends, attracts top-tier teachers to fill vacancies in what is becoming an increasingly competitive space, and garners essential community backing. To strategically elevate this reputation, school leaders can harness the … Read more
Schramm’s Model of Communication in Schools Effective communication is the cornerstone of a thriving school environment. For school leaders, mastering communication is not just about conveying information; it is about driving a culture of understanding, collaboration, and a positive work environment. Schramm’s Model of Communication, with emphasis on the dynamic and interactive nature of communication, … Read more
A Leader’s Guide to Self-Promotion: How to Raise Your Profile Without Raising Eyebrows As school leaders, headteachers and principals, we work tirelessly behind the scenes to advance learning and support students. Modest leadership can lead to missed opportunities to progress your career or even open doors to other opportunities being offered. In this post, I … Read more
Applying The Infinite Game To School Leadership There are many books on leadership, and some of them hold valuable lessons for school leaders. I find the work of Simon Sinek to be really accessible and usable. I used his book Start With Why when I developed the School of Joy Approach. In his fifth book, … Read more
Table of Contents Applying “The Key To Successful Leadership” Quote to Schools The quote “The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.” is attributed to Kenneth H. Blanchard, an American author and management expert who has written many books on leadership, teamwork, and organisational development. He is best known for co-authoring The One … Read more
Using AI (Appreciative Inquiry not the other AI!) in Coaching Middle Leaders in Schools Appreciative Inquiry is a coaching methodology that focuses on nurturing strengths rather than fixing weaknesses. First pioneered by David Cooperrider in the 1980s, AI involves guiding individuals through a reflective process to unlock their hidden talents, re-energise their passion, and build … Read more
The Role of Middle Leaders/Managers in Schools This post was inspired by this article on how organisations overlook the potential of their middle managers from the Big Think. Since my NPQML I felt that there was a severe undervaluing of middle managers in schools, You can read my naive reflection from the start of my … Read more
School Leadership Journey What Does NPQML Mean? – NPQML Means National Professional Qualification for Middle Leadership. It is a DfE recognised qualification for school leaders. This post on becoming a middle leader is a reflection for my NPQML. Specifically a School improvement unit. In it I have tried to be honest about the struggles I … Read more
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