Leadership Really Matters
Leadership is a critical determinant of school performance and success. It doesn’t just matter, it really matters. Knowing what effective
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The Art of Presence
All school leaders need to be visible. They need to be up and about and seen in and around the
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The 8 Stages of Change
Change is an innate component of education and it is not without inconvenience. No school is immune to change despite
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The Hybrid Head
Head teachers are often called ‘school leaders’ because that is what they are. But they are so much more than
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Be The Force Multiplier
One of the key responsibilities of any leader is be a force multiplier. In physics, a force multiplier, such as
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Snow Globe Leadership
School leaders operate in a fluid and disruptive environment constantly adapting to changes in their school communities. They also need
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The Four Cs of Leadership
We have enough recipes for leadership to fill a cookbook. These are normally written as a concise list of qualities
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Book Review: Stepping Into Senior Leadership
Stepping Into Senior Leadership by Jon Tait At a glance A practical pocket handbook filled with expert guidance, tips and
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Book Review: The Headteacher’s Handbook
The Headteacher’s Handbook by Rae Snape At a glance An essential guide to leading a primary school to inspire new,
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The 5 Rights of a School Environment
There are certain workplace things that have to be in place as a ‘basic’ in order to feed your wellbeing.
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