
Hosted by Adam Voigt, Real Schools of Thought is a bold, reflective podcast for principals, aspiring school leaders, and educators who are ready to rethink the way schools work. Through raw, story-rich conversations with real changemakers in education, we go beyond policies and programs to explore the personal mindset shifts, leadership moments, and cultural decisions that truly shape our schools.... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 17 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationSociety & Culture | |||

When Amanda Kowalczyk arrived at Koonawarra Public School in Wollongong, something felt heavy. Kids shuffled through the gates with their heads down. The school was surrounded by barbed wire. Staff were pitying their students. And the culture was one... more
Tracey Ezard is one of Australia's most respected voices on school culture, leadership and the conditions that help adults do their best work. She is the author of Ferocious Warmth and has worked with over 600 schools and 16,000 educators across Aust... more
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Adam Voigt sits down with AFL legend and Hall of Famer Simon Madden for a conversation that covers a lot more than football. Simon is also a former teacher and assistant principal, and in this episode, he brings those two worlds together in... more
Lisa Newland is the incoming CEO of the Australian Council for Educational Leaders (ACEL). She is a former English teacher and school leader who has spent decades in and around Australian schools, and she has arrived in this role with a clear sense o... more
In this engaging conversation, Lee Crockett shares his insights on the importance of agency in education, the role of leadership in shaping school culture, and the necessity of trust and joy in the learning environment. He emphasises the need for pro... more
Anita Olegario is a teacher at Berrima Public School in NSW. She joined Adam for one of the most honest conversations Real Schools of Thought has hosted.
Anita lost her son Brodie to suicide as a teenager. She carries that loss into her classroom ev... more
In this solo episode Adam opens up the real story behind RP2.0 and the deep influence Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have had on his teaching, leadership and restorative approach. He traces the three knowledge bases that shape the mode... more
In this episode, Tina King shares her journey from a classroom teacher to a leader in education, discussing the challenges and opportunities within the education system. She emphasises the importance of leadership, collegiality, and the need for syst... more
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This show centers on real-world school leadership and education change, featuring conversations with principals, district leaders, policymakers, and educators who are actively reshaping classrooms and school culture. Episodes frequently tackle restorative practices, school wellbeing, trauma-informed leadership, funding and workload pressures, and how to balance academic outcomes with humane, relationship-driven approaches. A standout trait is its candor and experiential storytelling, offering practical mindset shifts and leadership tactics beyond policy talk. Listeners—primarily current and aspiring school leaders, district administrators, and educators—likely value actionable insights, authentic experiences, and strategies that foster incl... more
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2. Professor John Hattie
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