My most recent blog post focussed on those moving into a new leadership role, at any level, this autumn and, … More
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Starting a new leadership role
As we approach the beginning of the new academic year, I have read a number of recent articles offering advice … More
Women in school leadership
I’ve recently read three articles in TES about women in educational leadership, which have made me thoughtful. On 20th May … More
On ‘reverse mentoring’
I enjoyed this recent article in TES, by David Tuck, Head of History and Politics at Harrow International School, Hong … More
Headteacher succession
I’ve read two things in TES magazine recently which touch on the subject of headteacher succession, and each made me … More
Charisma? Gravitas? Or ‘Presence’?
I recently enjoyed this short (6 minute) podcast from Bennie Kara on the subject of ‘Charisma’. I agree with Bennie that ‘charisma’ isn’t … More
Guest blog: Making the transition from deputy to head – by Liz Gregory, head of The Maynard School
Moving from being a senior leader to head was the best move I made, but also the hardest. However, saying … More
Nurture 24/25
Early in January each year, for a fair few years now, I’ve written a blog post in which I review … More
On social media
I wrote a post in defence of Twitter some time ago, and the world has moved on considerably since then. … More
Fiction reading recommendations summer 2024
If you’re a reader of fiction who has more time for reading for pleasure over the summer break, I hope … More